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April 4, 2013 Volume 57 Number 11 PRST STD PAID RUSKIN, FLORIDA 33570 PERMIT NO. 8 IJE OBSERVER NEWS A surprise party for a retiring community icon Commercial customers can now shop for garbage collection agreements Since April 1, commercial solid waste customers in Hillsborough County have been able to begin negotiating with three County- authorized companies for garbage collection service that will start after Sept. 30, 2013. In January, County Commissioners awarded new Solid Waste Franchise Col- lection Agreements to Republic Services of Florida, Waste Management Inc. of Florida, and Waste Services of Florida. The new agreements go into effect Oct. 1, 2013. These companies are granted the exclusive right to provide commercial solid waste collection within the unincorporated areas of the county. All commercial customers who require garbage collection services must use one of these County-authorized providers. All existing commercial garbage collection service contracts, regardless of the expira- tion date, will become null and void when the current Solid Waste Franchise Collection Agreements expire on Sept. 30, 2013. Commercial customers are not required to stay with the same vendor who is cur- rently providing them garbage collection service. This is a good time for them to "shop around" among the three Franchise Collec- tors to determine the most competitive rates and agreement that best meets their needs. The new Franchise Collection Agreements do not apply to contracts for commercial recycling. Businesses may contract for com- mercial recycling service with any provider, even if they are not one of the three autho- rized Franchise Collectors. Also, effective Oct. 1, 2013, commercial customers may contract for construction and demolition de- bris removal with any provider, even if they are not one of the three Franchise Collectors. All commercial garbage customers will be required to complete a Hillsborough County Solid Waste Profile Form even if a form is now on file before collection services can begin under new contracts. Commercial customers may contact the three Franchised Collectors at: Republic Services of Florida: 813-265- 0292 Waste Management Inc. of Florida: 813- 621-3053 Waste Services of Florida: 813-248-3802 For more information, visit www.hillsbor- oughcounty.org/talktrash and click on the Commercial Collection link. Or, call Hills- borough County Public Utilities Department Customer Service at 813-272-5680. Hillsborough County Sheriff David Gee with HCSO Community Service Officer Donna Budd during a surprise party on Saturday for her upcoming retirement. Budd has worked for the HCSO and has served the community for 34 years. Hundreds of friends, co-workers and loved ones turned out for the party, fill- ing the conference room at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce. Donna Budd wipes away tears moments after arriving to thunderous applause. Come for an hour or all night: Everybody's invited to * By PENNY FLETCHER penny@observernews.net More than $40,000 has already been raised by the 40 South County teams that have signed up to participate in this year's Relay for Life of Southshore East. Last year's goal of $103,000 was exceeded by $1,000 and organizers say this year promises to be even better. "More than 600 participants are signed on to help raise money," said Cathy Vallianatos, community represen- tative for Hillsborough County's southeast unit of the American Cancer Society based in Brandon. "It goes for research, to help families directly, to educate people, help caregivers and many other things." Vallianatos said she is especially proud of the Hope Lodge next to the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. "People coming from a distance with their caregiver > See RELAY FOR LIFE, page 9 * By MITCH TRAPHAGEN mitch@observernews.net In the months and years to come, a person or a local organization will need help and someone will ask, "well, who used to take care of that?" The answer will be Donna Budd. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Community Service Officer Donna Budd has literally defined the term "community service" in her 34 years with the HCSO. Over those years Budd has helped struggling families keep their electricity on; she has helped children who would otherwise have no gifts under the Christmas tree believe, legitimately, that Santa Claus does indeed exist. She has helped churches and people with nowhere else to turn put a few dollars of gas in the tank. There are undoubtably many more examples but she doesn't talk about such things, she just does them. Budd, currently working in the HCSO Sun City Center community office, will retire on April 26. On Saturday, family members, co-workers, hundreds of friends, and Sheriff David Gee all turned out for a surprise retirement party in her honor. "Thirty-four years is a long time to put your heart into a job and to have respect from your community and coworkers," said her daughter, Tracy Howard. "Our mother has spent her life helping others and we are proud of the terrific woman she is! I hope to be half of the influence on others that she has been. Thank you to everyone who shared these years with her, each one of you have made a memorable impact on her life." Donna Budd has left a memorable impact on thousands of lives in South Hillsborough. Her work, her heart and her generosity shined favorably on the sheriff's office and, indeed, made the entire community look good. She offered the helping hand that so many have needed and provided an example of heart, compassion and service to the community. Her retirement is well-deserved; her absence will be long felt. 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It all started in November when Sacia Mullins, a 21-year-old senior at the University of South Florida, put forth an unusual prospectus for her senior thesis to the USF Honors College. The concept was to gather a group of young people to write, produce, direct and perform a play for the public. She called her thesis "Just Us Dramatiques." Rewriting well- known fairy tales and swapping characters from one to the other would be the basis of her theme. Her concept was approved by the Honors College and Mullins then drafted a press release calling for participants. She also asked Deb Adams who maintains a large email list used by several South County organizations if she would post it for her. The combined effort brought forth a group of high schoolers interested in pursuing the performance arts. The next thing that had to be accomplished was to get a place to rehearse and put on a play. She said she thought of the Firehouse Cultural Center in Ruskin right away because community leaders were trying to get new artists in all venues started there. 'They have been very helpful. They've let us use the facilities to get together and practice since we started," Mullins said during a rehearsal March 30. Because Mullins has a double major drama and criminology, and a minor in psychology she said she could have chosen just about any subject for her senior thesis. "It could have been a scientific research project, or any number of things." But she has been interested in the performing arts her whole life, and said she imagined there were plenty of students who would share her interest and volunteer for the project. She was right and a crew was assembled. Mullins knew she wanted to do something with well-known fairy tales, and also that she wanted to mix up the characters but she let the participants write their own dialogue after a brainstorming meeting. Mullins' sister Meg, 16, volunteered to help and was made Sacia's assistant and Creative Team. "We decided on an overall theme and then they got into groups and wrote their parts. They kept everyone else in the group in mind when it came to who they wanted to play certain characters," she said. "We had a monologue reading and after that everyone helped to cast the actors for the scenes they had written." The tide is "Never Ever After," and it is a collection of what the actors refer to as "twisted fairy tales." Alice in Candy Land is a combination of the story of Alice in Wonderland, Hansel and Gretel and the board game Candy Land. Then there is a story mixing Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty and a third based on Little Red Riding Hood, except instead of a wolf, it features a cowardly lion. "We mixed up all the characters and just had fun with it," Mullins said. But while it may be fun, it is still a serious matter for the Honors College and will be graded. 'The senior thesis is a requirement for Honors," Mullins said. With her combination of various degrees, Mullins said she eventually plans to do some kind of work with drama therapy that could help at-risk kids avoid, or come out of, juvenile delinquency. 'The Firehouse [Cultural Center] volunteers have been extremely supportive," she said. The center has a volunteer board of 18 and a part-time staffer, Frances Hereford. "We're always looking for new things to provide for the community," Hereford said in a telephone interview April 1. "We've had all kinds of events since we opened." The young actors are glad they have a good venue for practice and performance. All interviewed said they intended to study performance art in the future. Olivia Beyers of Riverview, a 7th grade student at LLT Academy (Literacy Leadership and Technology charter school) said she has been singing and dancing for as long as she can remember. \ly mom, Karen Johansen, saw the ad for actors in the paper and I knew right away I wanted to be a part of it," she said. The students began meeting the second week of January. Samantha Powell, 14, of Apollo Beach, said her father's interest in the arts is what got her started. Her first experience with performing was taking ballet classes at age three. \ly dad's in the Air Force and he travels around a lot but he's always been in plays," she said. Powell says her twin isn't into performance art she's interested in sports. "Our parents never insist we do the same things," she said. Other students taking part in 1. /3 It's not the traditional Sleeping Beauty arising in this scene. PHOTOS the play are Natalie Ise, Isabelle Jordan, Julia Jordan, Lizzy Cameron, Chloe Crater and Nicole Zapata. Because the Firehouse has been so helpful to the young actors, donations will be accepted the night of the performance, Mullins said. "The performance is free to anyone who wants to come see it," she explained. "But we would like to see people give donations ri-s. Meg Mullins is hard at work sew- ing costumes. Here she's mak- ing a lion's mane from different shades of yarn. Tickets are $12.00 at the Kings Point Box Office Cabaret or Bleacher Seating to the Firehouse Cultural Center so they can continue bringing things like this to the community." The performance will be April 16 at 7 p.m. at the center, 101 First Ave. N.E. (the old firehouse: one block east of U.S. 41 off Shell Point Road). To find out more about the Firehouse Cultural Center visit http://www. firehouseculturalcenter.org, email info @ firehouseculturalcenter.org or call (813) 645-7651. Actors wrote their own scripts after being assigned their character and purpose. 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In addition to the four ideas printed in the last column, here are several more. Establish a climate of respect. Many people forget that respect is a two-way street. You can demand respect, but you will get it only if respect is given. Keep in mind all people deserve respect until they lose that right by actions that bring them discredit. Allow for dissent and disagreement. One of my dad's favorite sayings was, "When two people agree on everything, there is no need for one of them." Dissent in any group can be healthy for the group as long as it isn't disruptive. The greater danger is that people on staff will not give their opinions. Encourage diverse ideas. One of the most successful managers I have ever known had a policy that required every new employee to go through what he called a "Why are we doing it?" interview. After about 30 days on the job, new employees were called in and asked for their opinion on plant operations. During the interview, they were encouraged to ask why things were done in a certain way and to offer suggestions if they had better ideas. He felt that if the answer to an employee's query or suggestion was, "We have always done it that way," the process or activity needed review. How many of your procedures fall into that category? Continuously review your assets for new uses. When we think of assets, we have a tendency to think of plant, property, and equipment; but the greatest asset in any group is its people. Your people may have talents you are unaware of-talents that could make you and your organization more successful if you only knew they existed. One of the best ways to get the most out of your people is to ask them what they would like to do. People perform best when they are working on something they enjoy. Eliminate the three C's-complaining, criticizing, and condemning-from your workplace. I wrote a chapter of my motivational book, Within Your Reach,onthe threeC's. Supervisors must be problem solvers, not complainers; encouragers rather than criticizers; and builders rather than condemners. The tone set by the leaders in the organization will filter down, and you can bet it will ultimately find its way out the door to the customer. In this case, the plant was lucky enough to have a manager who was willing to look at what he was doing that contributed to low morale. He made several changes in the way he managed and made sure his staff received the appropriate training so they could also be effective. I am pleased to report the plant has recovered, production is setting records, and morale has never been higher. Hodges is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and syndicated columnist. He also hosts an interview- format television program, Spotlight on Government, on the Tampa Bay Community Network which airs Monday at 8 p.m. (Bright House channel 950, Verizon channel 30) and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. (BH channel 949, Verizon channel 36). The shows can also be viewed at www. hodgesvideos.com. Phone : 824-641- 0816. Email: '-ll"' i'i,h ..... Website: ww- i-/.,l ..,, .. ,, South Shore 912 offers concealed weapons class The South Shore Chapter of the Tampa 912 Project will host a Concealed Weapons Permit Class in the South Shore area on Thurs- day evening, April 11. Attending the class will enable participants to complete the shoot- ing requirement without leaving South Shore. The class will begin at 7 p.m. and the cost is $50 per student. For more information, email mza- horsk@yahoo.com or call 813- 601-0302. On the hunt for the best drinking water? Bag the bottled stuff. Put away the Perrier. Hillsborough County has snagged top honors for the best tap water in a regional contest spon- sored by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Associa- tion (FSAWWA). With samples of high-quality water produced by the Lake Park Water Treatment Plant, the Hills- borough County Public Utilities Department emerged tops over 13 other competitors in the FSAWWA Region IV's annual water-tasting contest. Region IV includes Cit- rus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Sumter counties. Judges included representatives from the Southwest Florida Water Management District, the Univer- sity of South Florida, the City of Temple Terrace, and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. They scrutinized each entry for taste, smell and color. Hillsborough County will go on to compete against 11 other FSAWWA regional winners in a statewide contest on April 30 dur- ing the Florida Water Resources Conference in Orlando. The Lake Park Water Treatment Plant, located on North Dale Mab- ry Hwy., provides an average of more than 8 million gallons of wa- ter a day to approximately 182,000 people in northwest Hillsborough County. 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CALL JOYCE SUTHARD OR RICHARD TALLY (813) 422-3454 Licensed & Insured Lic. #138502 Students of the Month at Apollo Beach Elementary School In March, Students of the Month at Apollo Beach Elementary School were: Stephen Ascherman, Domi- nic Ballone, Sarah Bowen, Austin Brophy, Alex Castro, Giovanni Cerrato, Kayla Chavez, Chloe Crater, Jeremy Dickens, Kendal Dubberly, John Dutcher, Jovanni Garcia-Malagon, Zane Hardy, AJ Haugabook, Logan Heid, Seth Irwin, Josh Katz, Morgan Kersey, Shelby Lake, Emma Montez, Draiden Neidige, Erika Norstrem, Eimi Ortiz, Julianna Perez, Tyler Petrowicz, Amber Rivere, Hannah Seibert, Anna Sermini, Jaren Smiarowski, Jaiden Smith, Joey Smith, Jeremy Stroh, Ruth Torres, Jack Yeo and Patrol, Jake Baksa. Teacher recognition event is planned The Riverview Chamber of Commerce is organizing an inaugural Teacher Recogni- tion event, one large function to award Teachers of the Year honors and recognize new teachers, all at the same time. Spearheading the organiz- ing of this event are Jennifer Caskey of CenterState Bank- Riverview and Tim Sanders of Costco Wholesale. The kick-off committee meeting is at 10 a.m. on Thurs- day, April 4 at the Copper Bell Cafe, 11228 Boyette Rd. in Riverview. For more information, con- tact Jennifer Casey at 813- 621-7773. East Bay High School's Taylor Steppy signs with Montreat College in NC On March 27, Taylor Steppy signed with Montreat College in North Carolina. Taylor has been a three-year varsity volleyball player and was a senior captain for her team last year. Taylor led East Bay in Kills and Aces this past year and currently holds four records for East Bay volleyball. Taylor has the most Aces in a sea- son (65), Kills in a season (126), Aces for a career player (108), and Kills for a career player (173). Stats were officially kept starting in 2011. Con- gratulations to Taylor Steppy on her accomplishments and hard work. .. ......... ON" IR O N.- . .-. ,.. ,' f p *. ,* . Schintziuz Golf Tournament benefits Moffitt Cancer Center r TOTA -UOM TI Sri .,- . Sunday10a.m. -4p.m. For your convenience we're now open S longer hours! 41 Servicing Sun C ity Center, ShellPoint d Ruskin & 0% Apollo Beach SR674 0 To Sun CityCenter 616 U.S. Hwy. 41 S Ruskin, FL 33570 813-645-4632 www.TotalAutomotiveServices.com I Il,]: IIU1 :[a, A BUY 5 OIL CHANGES AND . '.- . .. ....--. FREE Battery Check-Up Most Cars and Trucks Expires 4/30/13 BRAKE SERVICE sg9999 Per axle. Replace pads, top fluids, test drive S Most Cars and Trucks Expires 4/30/13 The Dwayne Schintziuz Memo- rial Golf Tournament is Sunday, April 14 at the Buckhorn Golf & Country Club in Valrico. Dwayne was a Brandon sports legend who played college basket- ball for the University of Florida, and helped to elevate the Florida basketball program to national prominence. He was selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 1990 NBA Draft, and played for six different NBA teams for eight seasons. Famous for his distinctive mullet-style haircut, off the court Schintzius was known for his performance in the 1996 come- dy film Eddie as a Russian basket- ball player. He was diagnosed with chronic myelomoncytic leukemia in 2010 and, after treatment at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa and a brief remission, died at 43 from complications of the disease in 2012. The tournament begins with a shot-gun start at 1 p.m. Registra- tions must be received by April 5. The foursome entry fee is $300. Hosted by Aliquity, a 501(c)3 non- profit corporation, all donations are tax-deductible. All proceeds will benefit the Moffitt Cancer Center. r- /ER APRIL 4, 2013 S i .* - MITCH TRAPHAGEN PHO A happy pooch goes airborne last year's PetFest. 8th Annual C.A.R.E. PetFest is Saturday PetFest is a free dog-focus event that runs from 9 a.m. to p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at Ot Off-Leash Dog Park in Rusk Proceeds will benefit the C.A.R. No-Kill Animal Shelter in Ruski Among the fun events schedule are a pet fashion contest, a dc owner look-alike contest, mus food and vendors, and a C.A.R. auction. PetFest is billed as Tampa Bay Only Leash-Free Event. The D Park is accessible off SR 674, 21 St. SE and 3rd Ave. SE in Ruski Business slow? Need to advertise Call The Observer News 813-645-3111 or visit www.observernews.net Tampa area youths are semifinalists in national community service competition Avalon Theisen, 12, of Tampa, and Benjamin Carpenter, 18, of Bran- don are semifinalists in a national community service recognition pro- , gram sponsored by Build-A-Bear Workshop Called Huggable He- roes, the competition recognizes 80 young social entrepreneurs for helping make their community and the world a better place. .' Avalon founded Conserve it Forward, a nonprofit organization that S raises awareness about the challenges certain amphibians face and en- courages adults, as well as kids, to help. 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Its grants have gone to support causes specified by donors and also needs randomly reported to the foundation that are checked out and found to be worthy. The grant application process is available on line at http://www. cftampabay.org/greater-sun-city- center or by calling the local office at 633-6677. "If we are all out of the office the call will ring into the Tampa office and we'll get the message, so be sure and leave one," said Chair- woman Evelyn Lunsford. Lunsford meets regularly with Denise O'Brien, vice president of donor relations for the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay so they can compare programs from vari- ous areas of the counties served by the larger foundation and see if the South County area can use an.1 lii% it does not now have. Lunsford, who has been working with the Sun City Center-based foundation since its inception in 1992 and been its chairwoman since 2002, keeps the pulse of the local community and is also on the (parent) Tampa Bay Founda- tion Board of Trustees and chairs a Grants Committee for it. This works well two ways, Lunsford said. "I can tell them about things we are doing here in South County that they might use in other places and also see some things that are going on in other areas that we could do here." "The reality is there are a lot of layers to what we do," said O'Brien, who has been at her job for five years. "People can donate any amount to an existing fund, or with a $10,000 donation start a fund." Since the organizations are tax exempt 501(c)3, an added benefit for donors is that they can start donating towards a fund they wish to start with any amount and gradually build up to it, O'Brien explained. "It's not like a commer- cial investment company. We can give them a lot of flexibility." Some people say things like "I want to help children," or nar- row it further with "I want to help abused children," or foster chil- dren, or any number of specifics. Or they can have a real nonspecific idea, like "giving something to help animals" or the environment. Others just want to help their community in any manner and have no strings attached to their donations at all, O'Brien said. In most cases the principal isn't used, just interest, allowing the principal to grow the fund. The donations given to the Sun City Center-based branch stay in the area, Lunsford said. The ex- ception to this is if a donor specifi- cally wants to help out of the area, such as his alma mater or shelter in his or her former hometown. In February, the foundation held a Woman's Luncheon, during which it awarded $5,000 to each of three South County woman's clubs: Ruskin, Apollo Beach and Sun City Center. Next year, they said they were going to ask Riverview (where the club is fairly new) if they would also like to participate. "We know the Woman's Clubs are philanthropic," said Lunsford. "They have their own ideas about what is needed in their communi- ties. They do very well getting money for scholarships, but they all want to do more and we want to help them accomplish their goals." The causes the foundation gives to are widely varied, according to the specifications on the grant applications. In October, for instance, they presented David Moore, executive director of the Beth El Farmwork- er Ministry in Wimauma, with $10,000 to allow for scholarships to the adult education programs that take place in the portable buildings behind the ministry's main offices. Grants have been given to Kids Against Hunger, Friends of the Library, several migrant ministries, and the Mary and Martha House shelter for abused women and their children based in Ruskin. Some of the larger grants last year were a $20,000 grant toward a "stop" bullying program in schools; $30,000 toward Power- house Theatre, run by Fran Powers who has conferred with First Lady Michelle Obama on the empow- erment of girls and women; and almost $20,000 to the Museum of Science and Industry to bring the Science Bus to South County's Elementary Schools. And these are but a small sam- pling of the list of 2012 donations. People have the misconception the foundation only helps seniors in Sun City Center because of its name while the truth of the matter is that it helps many non-senior-re- lated 501(c)3 causes. All they have to do is write a convincing grant and get it approved. The grants are followed by foundation members along the way and later as well, to be sure the money is spent for what it was awarded. Seniors, however, have greatly contributed to the Foundation's coffers. "There are 26 Community Foun- dations in Florida covering wide areas," said O'Brien. "This area is blessed to have wonderful, caring donors and is a pleasure to work with." PENNY FLETCHER PHOTO Denise O'Brien, vice president of donor relations for the Community Foun- dation of Tampa Bay, met with Evelyn Lunsford at Beth El Farmworker Minis- try in Wimauma March 7 to discuss grant outreach. Lunsford is chairwoman of the Sun City Center Community Foundation and also holds two positions with the Tampa Bay Foundation, which gives her a wider view of what's needed and what type of grants work to help solve problems. Behind them are portable buildings the Sun City Center Foundation recently provided Beth El to hold adult education classes. r New location: Suite 201, same plaza) Lea rn a bout the amazing MINI DENTAL IMPLANT SYSTEM FREE SEMINAR . Friday, April 12 1:00 p.m. at the office of Zamikoff, Klement, Jungman & Varga 1 I 703 Del Webb Blvd. W Suite B Sun City Center, FL 33573 Seating is Limited. 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MoneyGram, the second largest money transfer business in the U.S., has learned a thing or two about the lengths fraudsters will go to dupe consumers. Sometimes the key to sniffing out the bad guys is to throw on your skull cap and think like one. Here are four things MoneyGram global security and investigation SVP Kim Garner says identity thieves don't want their victims to know: 1. Your trash is treasure: Go ahead and toss those credit card offers in the trash if you want some savvy crook to sign up under your name. "A good rule of thumb is to shred all personal documents before disposing, from unsolicited credit card applications received in the mail to receipts received at retailer check-out locations," says Garner. 2. Your Facebook profile is a cheat sheet: Use LinkedIn or Facebook? You top the list of potential fraud victims and here's why: "Information you post on the Internet is never completely private, and fraudsters are adept at accessing information online, even within privacy settings," Garner says. Don't post your full birth date, home address, pets' names or anything else that could be used to impersonate you. 3. Family and friends are key: If you ever wondered what fraudsters wanted with all your old emails, it's unlimited access to your friends and family. "Fraudsters can hack email addresses and pose as a friend or family member, and then ask you to wire funds for some type of emer- gency, such as bail money or medical care," Garner says. It's one of the oldest tricks in the books and is still working, especially on the elderly. 4. They're looking to "hire": If you haven't seen headlines about job seekers getting duped into forking over their tax refund and even their lives in some cases then here's the skinny: They prowl job boards and hone in on consumers looking for quick cash. 'Notifications of a job of- fer that asks you to send money via a wire transfer before you can start to make money may not be the best job for you," Garner warns. "Remem- ber, you shouldn't have to pay anything upfront to start a job." County Aging Services hosting Let's Move Fun Walks for seniors in 2013 Hillsborough County Aging Services is kicking off a fun new monthly ex- ercise and wellness program for local senior citizens starting in April called Let's Move! The program features themed one-mile walks, snacks and re- lated events that will take place at a different County Senior Center or Nutri- tion Center location each month. Aging Services Division has partnered with the magazine Lifestyles AFTER 50 and healthcare organizations Freedom Health/Optimum Health Care, Chapters Health System, and Wellmed to make this program possible. Anyone over 50 years of age can participate. To join in, attendees can register three different ways: by picking up a registration form from a participating Center; printing it from the Aging Ser- vices' website and mailing it in; or signing up the morning of each walk. There is a one-time registration fee of $5, which includes all nine walks. Each walk has a different theme, and all walks will start at 8:30 a.m. and end at approximately 11:30 a.m. There will be complimentary snacks on a first- come, first-served basis for each event, and sponsors will also be available to discuss their services. Other activities, such as warm-up sessions, music, or health discussions, will be offered the day of the walk. The dates, time and locations of the Let's Move event are: 10Tuesday, April 9: Theme: Map to Fitness Walk Brandon Senior Center and Davis Park: 612 N. Parsons Ave. in Brandon -813-635-8066 10Tuesday, May 14: Theme: Young at Heart Intergenerational Walk Ruskin Senior Center and Park: 905 6th St. SE in Ruskin 813-672-1107 10Tuesday, June 11: Theme: Friendship Walk Oaks at Riverview Senior Center: 101 E. Kirby St. in Tampa 813-272- 6829 10Tuesday, July 9: Theme: Let's Move, Let's Dance Walk Town 'N Country Senior Center: 7606 Paula Drive in Tampa- 813-873- 6336 10Tuesday, August 13: Theme: Beat the Heat Indoor Walk Phyllis Busansky Senior Center: 4102 W. Spruce St. in Tampa -813-554- 5160 10Tuesday, September 10: Theme: Alzheimer's Awareness Walk Gibsonton Senior Dining Center: 10017 Vaughn St. in Gibsonton 813- 671-7601 10Tuesday, October 8: Theme: Breast Cancer Awareness Walk Sterling Heights Senior Dining Center: 11706 Williams Rd. in Thonotosas- sa 813- 272-5162 10Thursday, November 7: Theme: Veteran's Recognition Walk Progress Village Senior Dining Center: 8701 Progress Village Blvd. in Tampa 813-671-7773 10Tuesday, December 10: Theme: Jingle Bell Walk Seffner Senior Dining Center: 1209 S. Kingsway Road in Seffner 813- 744-5590 Aging Services offers a variety of activities for older adults age 50 and over. The division has more than 20 congregate dining sites and eight senior centers that can provide a hot nutritious noontime meal for those over the age of 60. In order to eat the noontime meal provided after the events listed above, attendees must be pre-registered with the Center for meal services by the day before the event. Visit the Aging Services website at www.hills- boroughcounty.org/index.aspx?nid=1149 to view activity calendars and the locations of the sites. Tech startup initiative a 'go' in Hillsborough Hillsborough Board of Coum ., Commissioners voted unanimously i . to create a $2 million fund to help. ' technology-savvy entrepreneurs start " a business or expand. The Board is i working to end the flow of young, I ' creative people leaving Hillsborough County and going to other cities' I instead. The Board heard from Joy Randels an entrepreneur who has created and sold a number of tech companies. Randels told Commissioners that there has to be the right environment for fostering ideas and bringing creative minds together. The County will work with software developers, engineers and entrepreneurs to develop plans for how the money can best be used. Some ideas include sponsoring conferences or organizing events that bring people together. One such example is the County's upcoming Hack-a-thon April 12-14 at Hillsborough Community College Brandon Campus. How does it feel to have dementia? S.T.A.R.T. examines how children learn At the next meeting of S.T.A.R.T. (Science & Technology Active Round Table), Gopal Dandekar will present a video by Sugata Mitra, who won the 2013 "TED talk" prize by showing the surpris- ing finding that children can teach themselves complex skills when merely provided with computers and challenges that they find inter- esting. The Monday, April 8 meeting runs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Atrium's Caper Room, 954 North Course Lane, just off N. Pebble Beach Blvd. in Sun City Center. No admission is charged. All who are interested in science and tech- nology subjects are invited. Take our FREE virtual dementia tour to help you identify and understand the behaviors and needs of someone with dementia. Thursday, April 25, 2013 Continuous tours: 1 to 4 pm * Learn to create a positive environment for someone with dementia * Scientifically proven to build awareness and sensitivity in caregivers * Refreshments served * Call now to make your appointment RSVP to 813-938-2259 today. 121 SUN CITY PACIFICA SENIOR LIVING Assisted Living & Memory Care Assisted Living Fac. Lic. # 7290 3855 Upper Creek Dr. Sun City Center, FL 33570 813-938-2259 www.PacificaSun City. corn I 8 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER APRIL 4, 2013 APRIL 4, 2013 Relay For Life 0 Continued from page 1 can stay there free while receiv- ing treatment," Villianatos said. The caregiver also stays without charge. A similar home-like facility operates at Shands Hospital at the University of Florida in Gaines- ville, she explained. But the cancer society provides many other benefits for families, caregivers and the community, she said. One direct help to South County was to send Riverview's former Honorary Mayor, Lisa Kennedy, to the headquarters of the American Cancer Society in Atlanta for train- ing in recruiting volunteers. Kennedy got involved with fighting cancer through the local chambers of commerce while Honorary Mayor of Riverview and chaired its Committee for Preventa- tive Study during last year's Relay for Life. This year, she has taken on the job of chairing the entire EBHS event. This year's theme is "Story Book," and teams may dress and decorate areas and booths as their favorite characters, from Harry Potter to Big Bird. Some form of music and family games and enter- tainment will continue all night with one member from each team on the field at all times to demon- strate the fact that "can- Lisa cer never sleeps" and to be he emphasize the stages those Sund who have been diagnosed foot go through- passing from even daylight through the dark- comr est hours and finally into ough the dawn. city Each year, approximately 5,200 communities in 20 countries participate in a similar event, each choosing its own theme and carry- ing out its plans independently at the local level. The similarity country-wide is that the Relay starts with an opening ceremony that includes inspiring talks, followed by a can- cer survivor's lap, a lap by their caregivers, and then a lap with all teams on the field. After a full day of activities, there is a luminary ceremony at 9 p.m. and luminaries may either be bought online now at www.RelayForLife.org where readers may also find out more about the local event. They may also purchase luminaries at the event right up until time for the PENNY FLETC Kennedy and Cathy Vallianatos go ov his year's Relay for Life of Southshor -ld beginning at noon Saturday, April 6 lay, April 7, at 6 p.m. at East Bay High ball field. Kennedy, of Riverview, is th t chairwoman for the event. Vallianat unity representative for southeast County's branch of the American Ca based in Brandon. ceremony. The teams and volunteers have already had car washes, bake sales, garage sales and more to raise funds. "They have been very creative," Kennedy said. The two teams that have made the most money so far are Ruskin's Riverside Club with 28 team members led by Richard Romano that has brought in $7,450 and Summerfield Elementary School's team of 27 members led by Julie Infanti that has netted $7,414. The top three business sponsors are Mosaic, the law firm of W. Dale Gabbra and McRoberts Sales Co. Inc. I1 % ,iln. helps," Vallianatos said. "Every year 113,400 people in Florida are diag- '.. nosed." : Yet nationally, 14 million cancer sur- vivors will celebrate another birthday this year, many with the help from the Ameri- can Cancer Society. The Keynote Honorary Survivor Karen Lewendowski, a 51-year-old former Hospice client who continues to outlive her original diagno- o sis, has gone through remissions and battles, and yet continues in CHER PHOTO ver plans college classes to earn e East to her Liberal Arts De- , through gree and in May will School's be graduating with iis year's honors. os is the "Every person's can- Hillsbor- cer has a first name," incer So- Lewendowski told me. "The name of the OBSERVER NEWS 9 People may purchase luminaries to honor the memory J of a loved one. The lu- minary cer- emony will be held at 9 p.m. April 6. ' Events will a continue non stop from noon Saturday, April 6 until u I 6 p.m. Sun- day, April 7. cancer I dance with is Metastatic Breast Cancer. My rogue cells began in my right breast and have traveled to my bones and my right lung. This is my normal." "From days of treatments to weeks of exhaustion, survivors struggle with living, healing, and sharing the depth of their loss. As you journey around the track, you will see the results of the months of work that our volunteers have spent. These volunteers have a very special connection with the cancer community and the members of the 'cancer club.' As you pass these volunteers please remember that they are caretakers, family, friends and even survivors that are here to make this event memorable and something that will encourage you to continue to strive forward with your connection to the community. Without their passion, dedication and desire we would not be here to celebrate and honor our loved ones," she continued. Caretakers, friends, families, so- cial media connections and prayers are what are described as having helped her, and the others, through their longest days. The main long-term goal of the American Cancer Society is to see that no one ever hears the diagno- sis of cancer again. "That is why our research is so very important," said Vallianatos. "Some of the money from this year's relay will go towards our third big study. The first study was the one that linked smoking and lung cancer. Now we need about 300,000 more people be- tween the ages of 30 and 65 who haven't had cancer (with a couple of technical exceptions). We need to follow them and compare their lifestyles, eating habits and many other factors to learn what pre- cedes the diagnosis. This can only be done over time." This study is fully explained on the American Cancer Society's main website, www.cancer.org. There will be a booth at the event where people can ask questions about this study or sign up to participate. This year's Relay is the 12th for South County and is celebrated the same year as the American Cancer Society's 100th birthday. "We make a difference," Val- lianatos said. "We help people stay well, help people get well, work to find cures, and help families fight back- directly, through helping the survivor and the caregiver. Come out for an hour, or for the whole 18-hour event. Every person, every dollar helps." S 0 * Come join the National Cremation Society for a FREE LUNCH & SEMINAR And learn the benefits of pre-planning your cremation. When the time comes wouldn't you prefer your loved ones celebrate your legacy rather than stress about making arrangements? Give them the relief they'll need during a tough time. We'll discuss: * Affordable options and savings * Veterans benefits * Worldwide Away-From ' Home Protection * And much more... RESERVATION REQUIRED Limited seating available. 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Business professionals interested in locking out their competition from generating a steady source of referrals and new clients for them- selves are welcome to attend the breakfast. Contact Glen McGaha at 813- 425-3878 to be added to the guest list as seating will be limited. Author to appear at Firehouse Cultural Center New members welcomed to Riverview Chamber's March luncheon meeting The Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce's monthly member- ship meeting luncheon took place on March 26 at The Regent, 6437 Watson Rd. in Riverview. The luncheon was hosted by Thatcher Properties and catered by Fred's Market Restaurant. Pastor Kevin Yoakum of Christ The King Lutheran Church, pro- vided a blessing of the food and the greater Riverview Community. The Honorary Mayor of Riv- erview Elijah Heath with the Fish- Hawk-Riverview Rotary led 180 members and guests in the Pledge of Allegiance. Guest speaker Dr. Bryan Thatch- er Owner and President of Thatch- er Properties reviewed important lessons he learned from Dale Car- negie's How to Win Friends and Influence People. In addition, Dr. Thatcher donated copies of the book for door prizes. New GRCC Members were warmly welcomed and awarded a 2013 Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce membership plaque to proudly display: A Better Chapter, LLC Anytime Fitness (Boyette) Ashley Allen Law, PA. Best Friends for Kidz Inc. The Cinderella Shoppe Bridal and Prom LLC Executive Dry Cleaners Jake Rabum, Florida House of Representatives, District 57 Graphx On Demand LLC Laser Sharp Sign Design Nate The Gate Access Con- trols Nurse Hour Riverview Bail Bonds Self-Protection Concepts LLC The Ancient Wisdom of Yoga LINUIFORM II]Li Marines Marine Corps Pfc. Cesar Ro- driguez, son of Ana Rodriguez of Wimauma, Fla. and Miguel A. Ro- driguez, of Wimauma, Fla., earned the tide of U.S. Marine after grad- uating from recruit training at Ma- rine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. For 13 weeks, Rodriguez stayed committed during some of the world's most demanding entry- level military training in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, disci- pline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, SVIIIIIIIIIn. In lll l\ l ,[t1 \% cus- toms and %. 11 kl VI One 1w~lk pnii i i, gaiduiation, Rodrii'I/ iLndtiitd The Crucible, a 54-hui Iimil kIat ,,f recruits' minds and bodies I pnii comple- tion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time. Rodriguez is a 2010 graduate of Lennard High School of Ruskin. Air Force Air Force Airman Andrew H. Spann graduated from basic mili- tary training at Lackland Air Force Base, San \iin,)nii T,.%a, The .111.1in .ii ni t Ik d .I1 in- tensivw .'ih-i ..k pi',_.iiani that included iaiiiinim in miiiitl.\ dis- cipline and uidiI W \ii 1 it, core values, pli ,i.ll1 ni .iand basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science de- gree through the Community Col- lege of the Air Force. Spann is the son of Brian Spann of Chesterfield Avenue, Ruskin. He is a 2011 graduate of East Bay High School, Gibsonton. Army Army Pvt. Dwight L. Oakes has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Colum- bia, S.C. During the nine weeks of train- ing, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and cer- emony, marching, rifle marksman- ship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Oakes is the son of William Oakes of Conneaut, Ohio, and Nancy Parsons of Ashtabula, Ohio. He is the brother of Donnie Parsons of Ruskin, Fla. He is a 2011 g.iadu iif I dgI - wood 'Sni ii High School, Ashta- bula, ( 'In, Fiction writer Jeff Parker, author of the novel Ovenman and the sto- ry collection The Taste of Penny, is the featured author on Thursday, April 4 at the Firehouse Cultural Center, part of its Spring Literary Series sponsored by H&R Block of Apollo Beach. Parker's short fiction and nonfic- tion have appeared in American \/l, t Fiction, The Best American Nonrequired Reading, Plough- shares, Tin House, and many other anthologies. His latest book, Igor in Crisis: A Russia Journal, is forthcoming from Harper Col- lins. Jeff is currently Director of the Low-Residency MIFA Program at the University of Tampa. He grew up in Florida and his hapless, doomed, and entirely lovable char- acters tend to conduct their lives in the sort of towns you didn't know you knew so well. Looking ahead: On April 25 the Firehouse Cultural Center will host fiction writer Marcus Pactor, author of the short story collection Vs. Death Noises (Subito Press, 2012). Keep checking the web site for more information on this series at www.firehouseculturalcenter. org/ Each evening will feature a read- ing, Question & Answer time, book sales, and author signing. The FCC is at 101 1st Ave NE, Ruskin; call 813-645-7651 for fur- ther information. Odds of a child being diagnosed with autism: 1 in 88 I. Cutting dryer use Dryers are hard on budgets and clothes. When doing laundry, hang up t-shirts directly out of the wash- er in doorways to air dry. This cuts the time that the dryer has to run, makes the t-shirts last longer, and you won't have to fold them. Pre- serve expensive elasticized items like bras and panties similarly. This practice saves money and time. If you clean your lint half- way through the cycle, your dry- ing time will be cut down as well. Janet in California Professional cleaning advice My best friend has a cleaning business and she gave me a tip that works for her. For cleaning tubs/ showers, use shampoo! I tried this and it works wonders. Those rings around the tub are "gone instant- ly. "Think about it. If it cuts oil and dirt from your hair, why wouldn't it cut the body oils that are left in your tub? Also, I have not found anything that cleans glass shower doors like shampoo. Just be care- ful not to leave any on the floor. Wouldn't want to cause any falls. Shelia Easy Cleaning Microwave Want a clean microwave? Just put some water in a microwave safe container and set the micro- wave for three to four minutes to bring the water to a boil and then wait a few minutes. When you go back, anything that was stuck in there is softened and wipes right off. RR Want to live better on the money you already make? Visit www. stretcher.corn/index.cfin? TipsSyn to find hundreds of articles to help you stretch your day and your dollar! Copyright 2013 Dollar Stretcher, Inc. Some signs to look for: No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months. No babbling by No words by 12 months. 16 months. To learn more of the signs of autism, visit autismspeaks.org AUTISM SPEAKS' It's time to listen. BNI, Business Network Int'l, a networking organization special- izing in the exchange of qualified business referrals among members, will hold a Visitor's Day Event to- day, April 4, in Apollo Beach. Business professionals are invit- ed to attend a breakfast meeting on April 4, 2013 at the Apollo Beach Bistro, 6520 Richies Way in Apol- lo Beach from 7:30 to 9 a.m. "The Visitors Day is an oppor- tunity to see and learn the secrets SBusiness slow? S v Advertise in The Observer We cover south Hillsborough County with a circulation of 48,000 papers every week!'.. i. '"1i1 options in every price range...from classified ads to full pages. Call 813-645-3111 and ask to speak to an , advertising representative today For more information visit us on the web at www.ObserverNews.net DOLLAR STRETCHER 10 OBSERVER NEWS APRIL 4, 2013 APRIL 4, 2013 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER 11 HCC hosts high school art competition The Calyx Schenecker Art Infinitum annual F, high school art exhibit, featuring 2D, 3D and *1 photographic works by Hillsborough County teens, will take place April 8 to 27 at Gallery221 on Hillsborough Community College's Dale Mabr\ i Campus. The juried exhibit, curated by HCC's Kathy Gibson I culminates in an awards ceremony and reception Thursday, April 25, 6 to 8 p.m., during which thousand, ' of dollars in college scholarships will be awarded via an endowment by the Calyx & Beau Schenecker Memorial - Fund. For more information, call 813-253-7386. Adult Writing Workshop Monday, April 8 at 1 p.m. Connect with local writers to discuss all aspects of the writing process. Inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. If you've ever wanted to be a writer, this is the group for you! All levels of writers are welcome. Windows 7: Introduction and Computer Basics Tuesday, April 9 at 12:15 p.m. Learn the parts of a window, how to navigate in the Windows environ- ment, and file management. Learn about the parts and basic terminology of computers. Also covers basic purchasing considerations. Limit: 20 eBooks for for PC, MAC, Nook, Kobo, Sony and other eReaders - Wednesday, April 10 at 10:15 a.m. Learn how to check out and download free library eBooks to read onto a PC, Mac, Nook, Kobo, Sony and other eReaders. Explore Adobe Digi- tal Editions and learn how to check out a library eBook using OverDrive and Freading. Presented by the Tampa Bay Library Consortium Limit: 20 SouthShore Needle People Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric crafts. Beginners are welcome! Bring a project and ask questions! Master Gardener: Backyard Wildlife Wednesday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Learn how to create a backyard habitat to attract butterflies, birds and animals using native and local plants. Presented in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension Service. Access: Table Relationships, Queries and Filters Thursday, April 11 at 12:15 p.m. Learn about tables and relationships. Learn about queries and filters. Familiarity with Microsoft Access or relational database concepts is recommended. Registration in person required when Library opens at 12pm Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library Bag 'o Books Sale! - Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come explore the Giant Booksale! 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Lonely Senior Dear Lonely, Dating sites have become enormously popular among the older gen- eration in re- By Jim Miller cent years. In fact, boomers and seniors make up about 20 percent of on- line daters today, and the numbers keeps growing. Here's what you should know. Meeting Online If you're interested in dating again or are just looking for a friend to spend time with, dat- ing websites are an easy way to meet hundreds of new single peo- ple without ever having to leave home. If you're feeling hesitant, a good way to ease into it is to visit a few dating sites and look around. Most services allow you to check out their members at no cost or obligation. Then, if you like what you see, you can sign up (fees typically range between $15 and $60 per month, howev- er some sites are free) and start mailing members you're inter- ested in or they can email you. Here are some other tips to help you get started. Choose a site: With over 1,000 matchmaking sites on the Internet today, choosing can be a bit over- whelming. Depending on your preferences here are some popu- lar options to look into. If you don't want to spend any money, free sites like PlentyofFish.com and OKCupid. com are good places to start, but be aware that these sites have a lot of ads. If you're interested lots of choic- es, consider mainstream sites like Match.com and eHarmony.com, which have huge memberships in all demographics. Or, if you are looking to find a specific type of person, there are hundreds of niche sites like OurTime.com and SeniorPeopleMeet.com for those 50 and older, Alikewise.com for book lovers, DateMyPet.com for animal lovers, VeggieDate.org for vegetarians, JDate.com for Jewish singles, BlackPeopleMeet. com for African Americans, and ChristianMingle.com, whose slogan is "Find God's Match for You." Or check out AARP's new dating website partner HowAboutWe.com. Create a profile: When you join a dating site, you'll need to create a personality profile that reflects who you are, including recent photos, hobbies, interests, favorite activities and more. If you need some help, sites like eFlirtExpert.com or VirtualDatin- gAssistants.com can write one for you for a fee. Use caution: When you regis- ter with a dating site you remain anonymous. No one gets access to your full name, address, phone number or email until you decide to give it out. So be very prudent who you give your information to, and before meeting, chat on the phone a few times or video chat online, and when you do meet in person for the first time, meet in a public place or bring a friend along. If you want to be ex- tra cautious, you can do a quick background check on your date for a few dollars at sites like vali- mate.com and mymatchchecker. com. Don't be naive: In an effort to get more responses, many people will exaggerate or flat-out lie in their profiles, or post pictures that are 10 years old or 20 pounds lighter. So don't believe every- thing you see or read. Make an effort: A lot of times, people especially women sit back and let others come to them. Don't be afraid to make the first move. When you find someone you like, send a short note that says, "I really enjoyed your pro- file. I think we have some things in common." Keep it simple. Don't get discouraged: If you don't get a response from some- one, don't let it bother you. Just move on. There are many others that will be interested in you and it only takes one person to make internet dating worthwhile. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit Sav- vySenior.org. Jim Miller is a con- tributor to the NBC Today show and author of The Savvy Senior book. Send your message 48,000 times! Call The Observer News 813-645-3111 or visit www.observernews.net Free seminar deals with concussion dangers in sports On Saturday, April 6, from 2 to 4 p.m., Hillsborough County's Youth Athletic Services and USF Health S.M.A.R.T. Institute will host a free seminar on the dangers of concussions in sports. Intended for parents, youth sports coaches, medical profes- sionals, youth athletes and anyone who has the potential for recogniz- ing the symptoms of a concussion and preventing further harm, the seminar is open to families and children of all ages. The seminar will be at All Peo- ple's Life Center, 6105 East Sligh Ave. in Tampa. For more information, call 813- 635-3500. To RSVP, email tampa- concussionseminar@ gmail.com. 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COURTESY AUDUBON FLORIDA Port, Audubon announce beginning of nesting season As part of its long-standing com- mitment to environmental stew- ardship, the Tampa Port Aiiitriuii is pleased to announce the begin- ning of the 2013 annual migratory bird nesting season in Tampa Bay. The official bird nesting season is April 1 through August 31, each year. The port authority works ' very closely with its key partner, Audubon Flor- ida, as well as state and federal L " regulatory con- servation agen- cies in Florida, Royal Terns Royal Terns to provide pro- choosing nest tection annually disposal island for nesting birds season. and their young in the Hillsborough Bay area. The port authority owns and op- erates two dredge disposal islands in Hillsborough Bay islands 2D and 3D. Both islands and the Richard T. Paul Alafia Bank Bird Sanctuary, in Hillsborough Bay, have been recognized collectively by BirdLife International for their global significance and importance as bird-nesting areas. Protection of the nesting birds that use these islands has evolved into a shared project. 'The Tampa Port Atiiioriii has earned a leadership role in the man- agement of one of Florida's most important sites for beach-nesting birds," Ann Paul, Audubon For- ida's Regional Coordinator, said. Mark Rachal, Audubon's Sanctuary Manager adds, "We are impressed with the port authority's commit- ment to protect birds that nest on the dredge disposal islands and ap- preciate the opportunity to work with their staff and contractors to achieve better nesting success for some of Florida's rarest species." Islands 2D and 3D and the Alafia Bank Bird Sanctuary are designat- L ci s Is ed as "no trespassing" areas year round, and birds that nest in these areas are protected under the Mi- gratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918, as well as the Florida Threatened and Endangered Species Act of 1977. Penalties for criminal and civil acts have been established for S disturbing or harming migra- tory birds. 'The Tampa Port Aiiuhuill S is proud of its long-standing 4 commitment to the health PHOTO BY JIM GRAY and integrity of ourting before natural life in 3ites on dredge natural lfe during nesting Tampa Bay. We recognize the continued need to be engaged in partnerships that ensure the quality of our local wa- ters," Paul Anderson, Tampa's port director and CEO, said. Audubon is dedicated to protect- ing birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Its na- tional network of community-based nature centers and chapters, sci- entific and educational programs, and advocacy on behalf of areas sustaining important bird popula- tions engage millions of people of all ages and backgrounds in conser- vation. For more information, visit audubon.org or fl.audubon.org. The Tampa Port Authority admin- isters one of the largest and most diversified seaports in the U.S. and maintains a significant role working closely with key part- ners in contributing to the envi- ronmental sustainability of Tampa Bay. The port is also a ship building and repair hub and one of the na- tion's major cruise home ports. For more information about the Port of Tampa, the largest port in Florida and the largest economic engine in West/Central Florida, visit www. tampaport.com. * >* -.311 '. .ga '" - i._ ---., .. .-.. r -4,e,, ." 14 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER Who owns the Cuban Sandwich? The winner is clear In the recent debate over whether Tampa or Miami can claim ownership of the Cuban sandwich, thousands of people voted with their feet and stomachs on Saturday ' during the second annual 4 , Cuban Sandwich Festival . at Centennial Park in Ybor City. Streets surrounding - the park were closed off 3. to make room for dozens ','. of vendors, thousands of ' people and more than 20 restaurants competing for ," " the best Cuban sandwich award. In the end, the panel of judges chose Michelle Faedo's On The Go as the winner. The real winners, of course, were all those who attended. MITCH TRAPHAGEN PHOTOS HIIICK, FI or DISCOMFORT Treatment is Non-Surgical & Non-Invasive Monday -Friday NECK 7 am top. mDOCTORS 813-684-8041 807 S. Parsons Ave. Brandon, FL 3351 1/2 mile south of Hwy. 60 * me- GOLDEN CORRAL 6 p.m. Tues., April 9th Sandpiper Grille Noon Tues., April 16th Limited Seating APRIL 4, 2013 OBSERVER NEWS 15 Parish helps orphanage in Tanzania It's been nearly two years since two Sisters of our Lady of Kili- manjaro visited St. Anne Catholic Church in Ruskin to appeal to pa- rishioners to help their mission. Sisters Rosamunda and Castis- sima requested aid for the orphan- age, infirmary, medical center, hospital and schools in the Dio- cese of Moshi, Tanzania. It has been a Diocese beset by the cruelty of AIDS; daily, chil- dren and babies are abandoned at the doorstep by sick or dying parents. Currently the orphanage has more than 2,000 HIV-positive children in their care. The needs included food, cloth- ing, shoes and the necessities of life. When asked what was needed, Sister Rosamunda initially re- sponded, "Well, the children need pencils." The rest is history. Hearts were touched and the parishioners shipped the first container of goods in February, 2012. The sec- ond container was shipped March 19, 2013. The Sisters send their thanks to the parishioners of St. Anne and St. Patrick, the residents of Sun City Center, and special thanks to: SCC Emergency Squad, Sun City Senior Living-Pacifica, As- ton Gardens-Courtyards, Cypress Creek Assisted Living Residence, Brandon Brace, Hawaiian Isles Sewing Club, Sister Sarah, Bever- ly Wesley, Kirsten Zak, and Norm and Sheila Thurston. Beginning next week... MITCH TRAPHAGEN PHOTOS Perhaps you've heard that New Yorkers don't visit Times Square and Parisians avoid the Eiffel Tower. Is that truly the case? I'm not certain but I do know that once you live in a place long enough, it's easy to take it for granted. Florida is a paradise in a constant state of flux. Things here change faster and to a greater degree than many other places in the world. But some things never change: the solitude of the predawn darkness in the Everglades, the unique vibe of the Keys, the hot cities, warm peo- ple, the tourists and the crazies. 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Outdoor: 1>Check your home's irrigation system for leaks to save up to 6,300 gallons of water per month. >0Turn off your home's irrigation system and only water as needed; save up to 2,000 gallons each time a watering day is skipped. >0Don't leave sprinklers unattended. Use a kitchen timer to remind yourself to turn sprinklers off. 1>Use a hose with a shutoff nozzle when washing the car to save around 40 gallons per wash. 1>Consider installing a rain barrel with a drip irrigation system for watering your landscaping. Rainwater is free and better for your plants because it doesn't contain hard minerals. Leaks are the biggest water-waster, both inside and outside of the home. You can use your water meter to check for leaks. Turn off all fau- cets and water-using appliances and make sure no one uses water during the testing period. Remember to wait for the hot water heater and ice cube makers to refill and for regeneration of water softeners. Go to your water meter and record the current reading. Wait 30 minutes. (Remem- ber: no water should be used during this period.) Read the meter again. If the reading has changed, you have a leak. To learn more about saving water outdoors and to download or order the Districts' free six-page Saving Water Outdoors brochure, log onto WaterMatters.org/SaveWaterOutdoors/. To learn more about saving water indoors and to download or order the Distritcts' free six-page Saving Water Indoors brochure, log onto Water- Matters.org/savewaterindoors/. For more information about water conservation, visit the District's website at WaterMatters.org/conservation/. RUSKIN VFW POST #621187 Ruskin VFW Post #6287, 5120 U.S. 41 N. has listed the following weekly activities. Meetings are: Ameri- can Legion on 1st Wednesday each month; VFW and S. LAVFW on the 2nd Wednesday each month; and MAVFW on the 3rd Thursday each month. 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Sam was one of the many Vietnam veterans honored by Lieutenant Colonel Devin Statham of the U.S. Central Command, MacDill AFB at the Vietnam Memorial Park on March 23 2013. Sam was on one of the first flights back to America from Viet- nam January 27 ,1973 after Henry Kissinger signed the peace treaty ending the American troop involvement. Field of Honor Ceremony is Saturday At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, the Veterans Council of Hillsbor- ough County will conduct its quar- terly Field of Honor Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park, 3602 US Hwy 301 North in Tampa. This event takes place every three months in order to honor all of the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen who have given their all in support of Opera- tion Enduring Freedom during the previous three months. This quarter's ceremony will be hosted by Unit 55 of the Tampa Bay Waves. Master Chief Petty Officer (FMF) Walt Raysick, U.S. Navy (Ret) will be the master of ceremonies. The National Anthem will be sung by Teresa Foss, Military Af- fairs Council, South Tampa Chain- ber of Commerce. All in atten- dance will be requested to cite the Pledge of Allegiance. There will be a fly over in the missing man formation by Ye Mystic AirKrewe. Taps and a rifle salute will be rendered by the Riv- erview Detachment of the Marine Corps League. During this ceremony when the names of the fallen are read those in attendance are asked to come forward and place a small Ameri- can flag in the ground in the honor of the fallen service member. This memorial service is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. For further information contact Walt Raysick at 813-653-4924 or email wraysick@verizon.net Tampa concerts in the park start April 5 Now in its 27th year, the Friday Extra Concert Series is Tampa's lon- gest running concert series that highlights local musicians and bands. The concert series is family-friendly and features a toe-tapping variety of musical genres each week. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. Blankets, low- back lawn chairs, coolers and dogs on leashes are welcomed. Alcoholic beverages and glass bottles and containers are prohibited in the park. Concessions will be available to purchase. April 5, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park: Acho Brothers (latin), NJ Ladyfingers (jazz) April 12, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park: Kate Rueter (acoustic gui- tar, pop/folk(, Urban Gypsies (tribal/gypsy/bluegrass) April 19, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park: Michael Weiss (folk), Shane Meade (Americana) April 26, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park: Ray Gurka (pop), Soul Cir- cus Cowboys (country) May 3, Lowry Park Bandshell: rayzilla's Dreamboat (jazz), Acme Jazz Garage (jazz) May 10, Lowry Park Bandshell: Liz Hollister (guitar/pop/folk), Kar- mic Tattoo (60s, 70s & up) May 17, Lowry Park Bandshell: Between Bluffs (folk/pop/roots), Rebekah Pulley (soulful indie rock) May 24, Lowry Park Bandshell: Todd Grubbs Band (folk), Sting Police (tribute band). Now Featuring: SYNTHETIC BLEND OILS 3852 Sun City Center Blvd. Sun City Center, FL SR 674 next to Hungry Howie's 813-633-9301 * No Appointment Necessary TRULY 10 MINUTES! 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Other sponsors include the Dept. of Labor Veterans' Em- ployment and Training Service, the Florida Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, the American Le- gion, Florida Worksource, NBC News and others. For registration questions, call 202-463-5807 or go to hiringourheroes@uschamber. They came, they cooked and they conquered On March 26, fourteen of Tam- pa Bay's executive chefs battled to win the title at Champions for Children's 4th Annual Top Chef of the Year event. Courses ranged from pan-seared sea scallops to lobster pot pie and candied bacon creme brulee. The Top Chef of the Year title is awarded to the chef who scored the highest overall average on courses they prepared for guests the night before. Winning the title was Howard Adelman from Ma- lios Prime Steakhouse. He also took home the Top Philanthropic Chef of the Year for raising the most money through sponsorships and live auction items for Champi- ons for Children. All proceeds from the event directly support Champions for Children, a Hillsborough County nonprofit whose mission is child abuse prevention and family edu- cation programs. A APRIL 4, 2013 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER 19 Do Yc It )u Have Trouble Understanding Voi could be hearing loss...or it may just be wax buildup. There's a simple way to find out... FREE Video Otoscopy and Ear Canal Inspection. OFFER Valid April 4th 12th ONLY! Your ears are actually self-cleaning! Using a cotton swab to clean your ear pushes wax deeper into the ear canal and can create a blockage. Wax blockage is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. If you touch the ear drum with a cotton swab, you press on the little bones of hearing underneath the hammer, the anvil and the stir- rup. Pressing on those bones sends shock waves into the inner ear and can cause problems with your hearing and balance. --- m.\ The worst-case scenario? If you put a cotton swab into your ear you r . .. 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Membership in the Unit and in the parent organization, WAVES Na- tional, is open to all women who served honorably (including those cur- rently serving) in the U. S. Navy, Navy Nurse Corps, Coast Guard, Ma- rine Corps, or Maritime Service, or related reserve components. Members enjoy fellowship and activities that rekindle memories of military service days. In addition, members will find opportunities to serve fellow veterans and support the military forces. For further information call Jeannette Green at 813-657-9164. Interfaith Council grant helps PACE Center for Girls of Hillsborough County At a recent meeting of the In- terfaith Council, Davia Lerebours thanked members for a $5,000 grant PACE received. The purpose of the grant was to provide student and family support that is not oth- erwise available, such as: student fees, housing, meals, transporta- tion, computer needs, clothing, health insurance, child care, GED or SAT prep classes, life planning or life skills training, tutoring, ap- prenticeship or internship. PACE (Practical Academic Cul- tural Education) Center for Girls of Hillsborough County is a non- residential alternative education and counseling program designed to prevent delinquency. PACE tar- gets the unique needs of girls age 12 to 18 and for three years after they have transitioned back into the community. Grants from the IFC are made possible by proceeds from the Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center and the hard-working vol- unteers at the shop. Fairgrounds improvements underway HIillsborough County government began improvements to the Hills- borough County Fairgrounds, lo- cated at 215 Sydney Washer Road in Dover, in August, 2012. Construction work contin- ues, and soon passersby will be- gin to see construction of a new 20,000-square-foot covered arena for exhibits and events. In addition to the covered arena, visitors to the Fairgrounds will en- joy the following improvements: Paved drive from Sydney Washer Road to the Fairgrounds parking area (complete) Eight disabled access parking spaces (complete) Grandstands improved for dis- abled access and safety (complete) Water tank and hydrants for fire safety (complete) Improved lighting to increase visibility and safety at night (com- plete) Public restrooms at the covered arena, which will replace those cur- rently onsite EReplace modular storage and office structures with 30' x 30' con- crete masonry buildings The entire project is expected to be complete around the end of 2013. The entire project, funded through the County's Capital Improvement Program, was designed by Fleis- chman & Garcia Architects, and will be completed at a cost of $2 million. For project questions or addition- al information, visit http://bit.ly/ FAIRimp or call 813-635-5400. Davia Lerebours, a Program Di- rector at PACE, recently spoke to members of the Interfaith Council of Sun City Center. For more information about the Interfaith Council and the grants process, visit their website at: www.interfaithcouncilofsunci- tycenter.com 1' ~ Thoi Cha Pap s Va a Fish Tales: Proper release of fish is important Florida weather has returned this King whiting are a great catch week and fishing has been great. for those pier fishing this week. If we are to stay 'The Fishing Some call them trout, but they are Capital of the World," we called southern whiting must be ever mindful of down here as far as I how to save and protect know. They are a good our marine resources. tablefare, most often I've noticed a lot of fried and served with anglers releasing fish the lemons. wrong way. Never lift Ladyfish have given your fish by the jaws if ByJonie Maschek anglers a lot of action Member: Florida Outdoor you are trying to release. Writers Association this week. This is truly This action may keep a game fish, but anglers him from future feeding or damage seem not to give it much attention. his internal organs It will take even an artificial bait Never use a towel for releasing, and give you high jumps in the use wet hands. air. It is one of America's best If you have exhausted your game fish for its size, but not good catch, revive him before releasing tablefare. It is often caught and cut by moving it forward in the water up for bait for larger prey. with its mouth open until the fish For those who like to relax on shows movement again, the weekends, I suggest that you One fish that you must catch and lay back, sail along and put a release is the snook. It has been trolling line on the back of your restricted for the past few years, boat. 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If you do not like saltwater fishing, fresh water is just around the waterway. Be a responsible angler and release all oversize and undersize fish. Coast Guard hosts one-day safety program U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flo- tilla 74, Brandon, will hold a one- day boating safety program on Saturday, April 20 at the Flotilla building at 3006 S. Kings Ave. in Brandon (J.C. Handley Park), be- ginning at 8:30 a.m. Successful completion of the program entitles participants to ap- ply for the Florida Boating Safety Education Card, which many in- surance companies honor by giv- ing discounts on boat insurance. The card is mandatory for per- sons under the age of 22 who plan to operate a boat in Florida waters. Seating is limited and pre-regis- tration is highly recommended; however, walk-ins are welcome as space allows. For additional information, in- cluding fees, call 813-644-2894 or go to www.cgaux74.org. Don't Be an April Fool S Fix Your Critter 0 <& Prevent a Litter! CATS 813-393-0844 www. 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Autism Fiesta by the Bay moves to Ybor City From 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 19, USF's Center for \utism and Related Disabilities will hold its 8th Annual I lesta by the Bay at Ybor Museum Garden, 1818 E. 9th Ave. in Tampa. The popular event includes a taco bar ": donated by Tijuana Flats and music J and dancing with DJ Jose. Guests can participate in the Cake Walk Conga for delicious desserts and in this year's silent auction. This family-friendly fundraiser once again benefits the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at USF, S which provides communities, organizations, businesses and families with the knowledge and skills to support children and adults with autism and related disabilities. Advance tickets may be purchased online (www.usf. edu/ua/RSVP/CARD) for $10 for young people, $20 for adults. Tickets at the door are $25. Interested in Understanding The Bible on a Deeper Level? Do you need answers for difficult questions? Who is the God of the Bible? What is He like? 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Hillsborough libraries chosen as pilot site for national oral history archival program The Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Libraries system was selected by the American Library Association Public Programs Office, in partner- ship with StoryCorps, as one of the 10 public libraries to participate in the StoryCorps @ your library pilot program. Funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, this program will bring StoryCorps' popular interview methods to librar- ies while developing a replicable model of oral history programming. The pilot program is expected to begin by the end of the year. As a pilot site, the County libraries will receive: * A $2,500 stipend for project-related expenses. * A toolkit of written and web-based customizable program and pro- motional support materials. * A StoryKit (a customized set of professional recording equipment) to record on-site interviews during the grant period and retain for future use after the close of the pilot project. 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The libraries will retain copies of all interviews and preservation copies will also be archived at the Library of Congress. For ques- tions or more information, call 813-273-3652 or visit hcplc.org. AAuwA Discount SPECTION S Includes:, Vis DISCOU dh i f5 0 tires,belh on serVic N4 ,ooksu in struts exhau-st wi : O - ilwt "rf'I .. rrr epair.eflaa ,..... I 'LU' ,EStRES U ,?1e .ii "'i .. .-. .... I rr.;CL**ES** s el O1 V S 'I..' 1 i...t.... .- P. 52 2 ... DEALER ALTERNATIVE -I .6 AAA Authorized I AU-- ServiceCenter Call to make a reservation ( FOOD AND DRINKS PROVIDED) 903-702-8524 What Comes by Hearing? I m .i..,"g I 6,, III "- i,*- s" I 22 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER c-- Area Obituary-- Jerome K. Toman Jerome K. Toman, age 78, of Sun City Center, FL, known to his old friends as Pekac, entered into eternity March 11, 2013. Jerry, son of the late Jerry J. and Lorraine Toman of Chicago and later Berwyn, Illinois, worked at the family business, Toman's Bakery, prior to graduation from Harrison High School. He attended the University of Illinois on a football scholarship, earning a B.S. degree in Kinesiology. Jerry was a Life Member of the Varsity "1" and Alumni Associations at the University of Illinois and an avid fan of football, especially his beloved 'Fighting Illini' and Chicago Bears. He served in the United StatesArmy during the Korean Conflict and worked his entire 36-year career at Central Steel & Wire Company in Chicago. Jerry loved reading, traveling, and the outdoors. He will be fondly remembered for his bright smile, fun- loving disposition and unwavering devotion to family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 15 years Norma; daughter Janine; son Jon (Mike); step-daughter Michele Musial-Zuchnik (Steve); step-son Mark Musial (Belinda); step-daughter Cat Renar (Dave); step-son Steve Gulick (Lise); brothers Tom (Lana) and Rick (Maryavis); five step-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Jerry's life accomplishments and influence live on in the form of those who survive him and for whom he was a role model. A memorial mass will be said at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Wimauma, FL on April 6, 2013, at 10 a.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Jerry will be returned home for a memorial service at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL on May 18, 2013 at 12 p.m. Visitation prior to service from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family suggests donations may be made to the American Stroke Association or LifePath Hospice, 3725 Upper Creek Drive, Ruskin, Florida 33573. Arrangements by Sun City Center Funeral Home. The Buddha to be commemorated In commemoration of the most celebrated date (April 8) for the Buddha's birth, the Rev. Robert P. Tucker, PhD., will survey the Buddhist religion and its amazing parallels with Unitarian Universal- ism at the Thursday, April 4 7:30 p.m. service of the UU Fellowship of SCC. The UU Fellowship meets in the Henry Gibson social hall of the Beth Israel Synagogue on Del Webb Blvd, East. All are wel- come. Ruskin Aglow to meet April 20 The next Ruskin Aglow meeting will be on Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m. at Palm Garden, 3850 Upper Creek Drive in Sun City Center. Members are asked to go and share the Word before a number of the sisters leave for the north. For more information, call Glo- ria at 813-633-9613. From left are Frank Blaszcazk, Missions Committee Chairman; Car- ole and Chuck Fennig with sons Daniel, Jonathan and Matthew; and Dr. Ron Churchill, Senior Pastor. SCC Trinity Baptist hosts missionaries Trinity Baptist Church in Sun City Center recently hosted visit- ing missionaries Chuck and Carole Fennig and their sons at the Sun- day worship services with a recep- tion following. The Fennigs are with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Dallas, TX. Chuck is Managing Editor of Eth- nologue, a comprehensive data- base of all the known languages in the world, used by missionar- ies in planning outreach to people groups. He also handles the fund- SEEDS FROM THE SOWER Last night at our dinner table a little boy prayed before eating his meal, "Please, God, can't you put vitamins in pie instead of broc- coli?" I like his faith! There is nothing too ridiculous or too remarkable to take to God. We can ask Him things that we could never ask others. Everything about you and me matters to Him. There is nothing about us that is too small or too insignificant. If something is big enough to wor- ry about, it is big enough to pray about. Nothing that we have done is too shameful to take to God. We can tell Him the worst as well as the best. There is nothing that we have done or can do that will make Him love us more or less. We have His Word that He loves us! Have you a burden on your heart, a problem troubling your mind, a decision that is difficult? Talk to Him right now. Whatever concerns you concerns Him and He can cor- rect it. Whatever is a problem for tou can bring a solution from Him and He can perfect it. Talk. He is listening! Visit us at: SowerMinistries.org 'Cheerleader for Women' speaks to Christian Women's Connection The Christian Women's Connec- tion will hold its April luncheon and program on Thursday, April 11 at Club Renaissance, 2121 So. Pebble Beach Blvd. in SCC, with inspirational speaker Melanie Spadafora speaking on the topic of "Cheerleader for Women." Seating begins at 11 a.m.; the pro- gram runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The menu is Lido salad plus beverage and dessert. An alternate meal of tossed salad with grilled chicken is available. If you desire this option, be sure to order it when you make your reservation. The cost is $17 inclusive, and reservations are required. Call Pat Butler at 813-938-4320 or Tara Flood at 813-383-7540 or e-mail anni builk i u naiil coin Reserva- tions or cancellations must be made before noon Monday, April 8. ing of newly translated Scriptures. Carole is coordinator of the French Translators Notes project, which provides tools for people translating Scripture into their own languages in French-speaking countries. The Fennig's described their work and challenges and an- swered numerous questions from the attendees. For more informa- tion about the church, please call 634.4228. Get-out-of-debt program at Riverview church Riverview First United Method- ist Church will be a host site for Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University (FPU). This nine-week, 90-minutes, once-a-week, get-out-of-debt pro- gram is open to the entire commu- nity. Participants in FPU, on aver- age, eliminate $5,300 of debt in the first 90 days. The cost for the entire course is $89. Classes begin on Thursday, April 4, and run through Thursday, May 30. They will start at 6:45 p.m. and end around 8:15 p.m. Register on- line at www.daveramsey.com or at www.riverviewflumc.org. Nursery and child care will be provided. Riverview First UMC is located at 8002 US. Hwy 301 South at Riverview Dr. Call 813-677-5995 for more information. Catholic Women invite all to cards, board games The Council of Catholic Women of Prince of Peace Catholic Church invites anyone who likes to play cards or any board game to make up a table in advance and come to its monthly Dessert Card Party on Wednesday, April 10 from noon until 3:30 p.m. in Conesa Center. The Council furnishes cards, pencils and tallies, and there will be desserts, table and door prizes. For information, call 813-633-2460. First United Methodist offers course for skeptics You don't need to know any- thing about the Bible. You won't be asked to read aloud, pray or sing. You can ask any questions you want. And there's no cost. "Christianity Explored: A new course for skeptics, seekers and those new to their faith" runs from 6 to 7 p.m. on Sunday evenings, starting April 7, at First United Methodist Church of Brandon, 121 N. Knights Ave. Christianity Explored is a seven- week examination of who Jesus is and what it means to follow him. Participants are encouraged to at- tend a free spaghetti dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. before each class. For more information, or to reg- ister, call 813-689-4161 or email vicki@fumcbrandon.org APRIL 4, 2013 Ruskin United Methodist Church First Street & 4th Ave. NW, Ruskin (behind Suntrust Bank) ALL ARE WELCOME TO COME AND WORSHIP WITH US: SUNDAY MORNINGS: Nov. April................ 8:30 a.m. Day Care Available Rev. Richard Nussel and All Year............... 10:45 a.m. 6a.m. -6p.m. Phone: 645-1241 Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. call 645-6198 l Friendship Baptist Chwrch sunday WEEKLY SERVICES: Rance Goad, Pastor (Southern Baptist) 9 a.m ......................Bible Study ---1511 E Rancho Dr. 11 a.m. .................... Bible Study 5I Runcily r 10 a.m. &( 6 p.m ............ Worship Sun City Center, FL 33573 I M Phone/Fax: Wednesday S813-633-5950 6 p.m.... Prayer Meeting/Bible Study REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA 701 Valley Forge Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573-5354 Rev. Robert G. Wiley, Interim Pastor Telephone: 813-634-1292 Website: sccredeemer.org & Worship Services on Sunday 10 a.m. Holy Communion First & Third Sunday Bible Class Thursday 10 a.m. V 1Spirituality Rather Than "Religion" Henry Gibson Social Hall, Beth Israel Synagogue Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 1115 Del Webb E. Sun City Center, FL www.unitycommunityofjoy.com 813-298-7745 SFirst Baptist Church of Gibsonton "We lovebecause He first loved us." 1 John 4:19 Traditional Worship Service *Sunday School 9:30 A.M. Old-Time Gospel Hymns *Morning Worship 10:30 A.M. Nursery Available Sunday Evening 6:00 P.M. Interpreter for the Deaf Mid-Week (Wed.) 7:00 P.M. 9912 Indiana St. Hwy 41 & Eslelle AMenue Malcolm S. Clements. Pastor Gibsonton, FL 33534 813-677-1301 Prinreo of Peace Masses: Prince 1 O f Peace Sunday. 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., Noon Catholic Church Saturday Vigil.................4:00 p.m. 702 Valley Forge Blvd., SCC, FL 33573 !A Daily ................................8:00 a.m . Phone: 634-2328 Fax: 633-6670 Confessions: www.popcc.org Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m. and Sat. 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday School (all ages)........ 9:30 a.m. N OR HSn Sunday Morning Worship .... 10:45 a.m. NO R H SIDE C Sunday Evening Worship .......6:00 p.m. SBC Lovng God Lovng Others, Wednesday (all ages) ............. 6:30 p.m. Serving Beyond Borders" Dr Samuel (Sam) A. Roach, Pastor 1301 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Ruskin, FL 645-1121 www.nbcor.org UNITED COMMUNITY CHURCH ~ United Church of Christ 1501 La Jolla AVE, Sun City Center, FL 33573-5329 A Caring Church United in God's Love Serving Others Rev. Dr. Jean M. Simpson . Worship Services ~ 8:30 and 10 AM (813) 634-1304 www.uccsuncity.org - &M teO,. EVERETr TATE, MINISTER South Hillsborough Church of Christ 1611 First St. SW Ruskin, FL 645-7607 -NON-INSTRUMENTAL- SERVICES: Sunday........................9:30 & 10:30 a.m.; 6:00 p.m. Wednesday................7:00 p.m. CALVAR Sunday Worship Nursery Provided ,. LUTHERAN CHURCH Blended 8:00 a.m. Pastor Jack R. Palzer Contemporary 9:40 a.m. BgB . Assoc. Pastor Derek Hoven Traditional 11:15 a.m. 5309 U.S. Highway 41 North Apollo Beach "; (across from MiraBay) www.calvarylutheranchurch.net 645-1 305 7Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of SCC Meets in the Henry Gibson Social Hall of the Beth Israel ( Synagogue 1115. E. Del Webb Blvd. Thursday, 7:00 PM Call 633-0396 www.uuofscc.org To be human is not a fact, but a task. -Frederick H. Heinemann Wimauma Church of God SUNDAY SCHOOL.................................10:00 A.M. SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP..............10:45 A.M. x j" SUNDAY EVENING WORSHIP ............. 6:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY YOUTH WORSHIP................. 6:00 P.M. g v1ng All WEDNESDAY EVENING SERVICE................ 7:00 P.M. 5504 S.R. 674 813-634-4776 WWW.WIMAUMACOG.COM Pastor Tom Durrance P.O. Box 67 WIMAUMA, FL 33598 The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center 1210 Del Webb Blvd West 634-2539 http://www.sccumc.com Come -t Belong WORSHIP SERVICES: Qrow 4 Serve SUNDAY ',, n.-d Mehodm iO,.,.i., 8:15 a.m....................... Sanctuary (Communion Service) 5.10 d-ll ... 19 N L Lif I I-EIIL ,i h C^ L - -y Bookstore 633-8595 FREE Nursery Provided 7. I d.m.... eMtw Lite inricmniiiitL enter (Contemporary) 10:55 a.m.........Sanctuary (Traditional with Choir & Bells) 11:00 a.m ......................................... Hispanic W orship 4:00 p.m. ........................................Hispanic W orship Senior Pastor: Dr. Warren Langer Assistant Pastor: Rev. Robert Chaple APRIL 4, 2013 NEW HOPE WORSHIP CENTER of RUSKIN, Inc. 307-309 W. Shell Point Rd NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH of RUSKIN RUSKIN 33570 Church Schedule (813) 938-4323 Friday............................................ 6 p.m. Games & Fellowship newhopeworshipcenterofrusin.org Friday......... 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting & Small Group Bible Study JUDE CHARLES, Pastor Sunday ............................................... 10 a.m. Sunday School Cell: 786-344-6566 11:30 a.m. Worship 4:30 Reach Out 7 p.m. Night Service trinityenterayahoo.com SSouthside Baptist Church "A Warm, Loving & Friendly Church" Come join us to learn about God's Word and salvation in Jesus Christ Join us on Sunday to come home to the warmth of our church family Located in South Hillsborough County, just south of Universal in old Sun City 4208 U.S. Hwy. 41 S Sun City, FL 33586 813-645-4085 Getting to KnowYou (Donuts/Coffee)..... 9:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ................6:00 p.m. Sunday School ............................ 9:30 am. Wednesday Evening Service .........7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship ...........10:55 a.m. Thursday Morning Prayer........... 10:00 a.m. .. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH INVITES YOU TO SERVICES AT OUR NEW LOCATION 1707 33rd Street SE, SCC/Ruskin 813-938-4955 10:30 a.m. SUNDAYS NO CREED...BUT CHRIST NO BOOK...BUT THE BIBLE Minister DR. DAVID CAMPBELL '7 J 820 College Ave. W. Ruskin, FL 33570 645-6439 www.fbcruskin.org A Resource for Families Sunday School............................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............ 8:30 &85 11:00 a.m. Evening Service ........................... 6:00 p.m. Dr. Barry Rumsey Wednesday Night Service ................ 7:00 p.m. K-2 Through 12th Awana ..................... ................. 7:00 p.m Grade ST. JOHN THE DIVINE EPISCOPAL CHURCH Sw Sm RUSKIN Fr. Trac Wilder III -x 705 9th St. S.E./63-5970 Fr.ee, .er 9:00 AM-Contemporartj Asst. Rector _ Suncmai School-Youth Bible Stud S Sm .../ eflowshiphouraltertheservice Sw CENTERS SUN CITY CENTER 1015 Dell Webb Blvd. E/6553-5970 10 AM evei Wednesda Sv 8:00 AM-Rite I -11:00 AM-Rite II Sun Cithj Center Choir Fellowship hour afterhoth services A CARING CHRISTIAN FAMILY-WIGGLY CHILDREN WELCOME First Church of Christ, Scientist 204 2nd St. N.W. Ruskin, FL 33570 (813) 645-6102 Christian Science Heals Sunday Service............................................... 10:00 a.m . Sunday School ............................................... 10:00 a.m . Wednesday Service...........................................5:00 p.m. Reading Room...................... Wednesday 4 to 4:45 p.m. All Are Welcome - ____________ St. Andrew Presbyterian Church Sunday Services A Stephen Mirnistry Church 1239 Del Sun City Church is Traditional Service 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service 11:00 a.m. Prayers with anointing for healing and wholeness during worship the second Sunday of every month. Pastor: Rev. Dr. Mark E. Salmon Meet friends in Fellowship Hall after each Service. Refreshments served. Webb Blvd. West Phone: 813-634-1252 Center, FL 33573 For information visit: Handicap accessible www.standrewatscc. org OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER 23 1 J ] . _---- . Parishioners walk the Stations of the Cross Parishioners and Assistant Rector, The Rev. Lee Miller, of St. John The Divine Episcopal Church held their Good Friday Stations of the Cross at the Day Spring Episcopal Conference Center in Ellenton. The group gathered at 8 a.m. and walked the beautiful treed grounds along the water to the 14 Stations of the Cross where devotionals were done. Does death end it all? This question is on the minds of many this time of year as they re- flect on the death of Jesus. The an- swer will be discussed in a special worldwide discourse this weekend by Jehovah's Witnesses in 236 lands. Locally, special speaker Mark Belanger will discuss "Does Death End It All?" at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 6 at the Sun City Center Area Chamber of Commerce, 1651 Sun City Center Plaza. The event is free and no collec- tions are taken. "Beliefs about what happens af- ter death vary greatly, but clearly, our attitude toward death can pro- foundly affect our lives now," says Ron Elberts, public ministry direc- tor for the Sun City Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. All are invited to this 30-minute discourse. Changing Hearts comes to United Methodist Church On Friday, April 12, the United Methodist Church in Sun City Center will present ( /,i,.i.,, Hearts as part of its Friday night movie series. A romantic yet touching com- edy, (,I.,, ,..ii Hearts is about two women who become friends while undergoing medical treat- ment and the men who cross their paths. The film will be shown in the new Life Enrichment Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West. The movie starts at 6:30 p.m., but re- freshments will be served for a half hour preceding the showing. To help with the cost of refresh- ments, donations are appreci- ated. Quilts given to Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch John Vertich, Unit Director at Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch in Bra- denton, recently presented a program to the women's organization at Redeemer Lutheran Church. He told of the organization's history and program and the phenomenal changes they have been able to make in boys' lives. Above, members of the Needler's Circle of the church are shown presenting John with eight handmade quilts for the Ranch. New officers for the Ancient Order of Hibernians are, standing, from left: Jim Harkins, President; and Kevin O'Keefe, Sentinel. Seated: Tom Bennis, Installation Officer; Jim Sullivan, Treasurer; Mike O'Day, Financial Secretary; Jack Crowe, Standing Committee; Jerry Vilin- ski, Marshal; and Tom Brannigan, Installation Marshall. Not shown: Tom Hare, Vice President, and Tom Harding, Recording Secretary. AOH elect officers, sponsor pizza party The SCC Ancient Order of Hi- bernians will host an "All-U-Can- Eat" pizza party from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25 at Conesa Hall at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. SIMPLE CREMATION S813-645-6130 Zipperer's Funeral Home 1520 33rd Street SE Ruskin, FL 33570 Complete, No Add-Ons www.ZipperersFuneralHome.com BETH ISRAEL The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. Sun City Center (813)634-2590 SHABBAT SERVICES FRIDAY EVENING AT 7:30 PM TORAH STUDY SATURDAY AT 12 NOON MORNING SERVICES 2ND AND 4TH SATURDAY 10AM EVERYONE IS WELCOME e(LInlI CHURCH _ Come and experience the power of Jesus to change your life. Sunday @ 9 & 11 AM Servicio en Espafiol @ 6 PM www.aplace4everyone.org 2322 11th Ave. SE Ruskin, FL 813.645.3337 Entertainment will be provided by comedian Michelle Harrington and Tom Pringle with the Merry Makers Banjo Band. Tickets are $15 per person, in- cluding pizza, salad and bever- ages; tables of eight are available. Call Coleen Walker at 813-938- 5476 or Kevi O'Keefe at 813-634- 2168. Tickets will also be available at Prince of Peace on April 15, 18 and 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. Oak Grove United Methodist flea market is this weekend The Women of Oak Grove Unit- ed Methodist Church will hold their annual Flea Market on Satur- day, April 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. In the past, the flea market has offered furniture, exercise equip- ment, jewelry, coats, hats, sweat- ers, full sets of dishes, pots and pans, knick-knacks and bric-a- brac, stylish clothes and wacky outfits, Christmas, Easter, Hal- loween and Thanksgiving decora- tions. The Women at the Well will host a bake sale. Proceeds to benefit mission work of the church. Oak Grove United Methodist Church is located at the comer of Waters and Habana Avenues. SouthShore: Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Sun City and S. Gibsonton U.S. Hwy. 41 S 106 11th Ave. NE 1 I 813-645-1714 I1 SaintAnneRuskin.org Very Rev. John F. McEvoy, V.F. f MASSES Vigil M ass.................................................................. Saturday 5:00 p.m . Sunday Mass........8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Contemporary) M onday thru Friday ................................................................. 8:00 a.m . Holy Days................................... Contact Parish Office for Schedule Espahol......................................Domingo 12:30 p.m.; Jueves 7:00 p.m. Confession......................... Thursday 6:15 p.m.; Saturday 3:45 p.m. ( OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER 25 Talking turkey Spring has officially sprung in Florida. In the Panhandle the azaleas are blooming, the pleasant scent of orange blossoms is in the air in central Florida, and folks in the Keys are gearing up for extra tourists. It also means spring gobbler season is in full swing. From helping hunters stay safe in wildlife management areas, to answering questions about regulations, to checking for poachers hunting over bait, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officers are engaged throughout the season. They are vital to ensuring Florida's residents and visitors can safely enjoy hunting in Florida for years to come. And the fact that peninsular Florida is the only place in the world where hunters can bag an Osceola turkey (one of the five subspecies in North America) makes it a top hunting destination. FWC officers fill a vital role in the state's economic as well as environmental future. They have been busy this season already, dealing with cases involving bait, trespassing, over- the-bag-limit and hunting-out- of-season in Glades, Santa Rosa, Alachua, Duval, Polk and Osceola counties. However, enforcing regulations isn't the only way in which FWC officers contribute. The story of the wild turkey in Holmes County is a prime example of the tangible impact FWC officers have made on conservation efforts and the relationship they have with stakeholders. In 1997, Officer Larry Morris, an FWC officer in Holmes PrOte County who has served Para< since 1990, noticed a By Kati disturbing lack of wild Division of turkeys in the county. Comm.Re Through his consistent ecti dise e Pu, Law En nations communication with landowners and other members of the community, he learned that others shared his concern and were interested in doing something about it. Through biological surveys, FWC biologist Larry B boors open OO at 5:30 p.m. EVERY THURSDAY Early Birds 6:30 p.m. Regular Games 7:00 p.m. FoOb, .-106 11th Ave. NE Ruskin 813-645-1714 Perrin led a team that confirmed there were no wild turkeys anywhere in Holmes County. In 1998, the FWC closed S Holmes County to turkey hunting. For the next two years, FWC biologists and officers, including Officer Larry Morris, worked with stakeholders and partner organizations ing like the National Wild e Turkey Federation to rcell, trap 121 wild turkeys enforcement from other parts of the Panhandle and relocate them to Holmes County. The population boomed, as everyone had hoped. In addition to enforcement efforts after the turkeys were released, FWC officers continued their outreach, passing along important information from FWC biologists. They spoke to landowners, hunters, farmers and others about the need to protect the restocked birds and encouraged them to improve the turkeys' habitat through prescribed burning, timber thinning and planting crops that benefit turkeys. Today, the restoration of turkeys in Holmes County is considered a huge success. There is a 16-day spring hunting season, including quota hunts on state lands. Recent efforts have included annual population surveys, public meetings, one of which was held in Bonifay this past February, and continued communication by FWC officers with members of their communities. While the FWC's other divisions handle the research and management of fish and wildlife populations, officers in the Division of Law Enforcement are often involved in conservation projects like this one. As they interact with thousands of members of the public each year and spend countless hours patrolling all of Florida's diverse environments, they are at times the first to learn about conservation issues. You can help with FWC conservation efforts too. Attend a regularly scheduled Commission meeting, introduce a child to the outdoors or talk to your local FWC officers like Officer Larry Morris. They can serve you better if they know of conservation concerns, suspected violations or other issues in your area. Their passion for the outdoors inspired them to become FWC officers, and they're here to work with you to protect our valuable natural resources. Safe wireless networks * By TRESA ERICKSON These days, having multiple computers in the home is not un- common, and rather than pay for separate Internet services, many households combine their comput- ers under one service through a wireless network. With such a net- work come certain dangers. Anyone within the network range, even the neighbor across the street or next door, can tap into your connection and find out what you have been doing online. With wireless technology, the connection is made between com- puters through a router that broad- casts the signal from the Internet provider. It is difficult to contain where the signal will travel. Any- one outside of your home may be able to tap into the signal and get into your system. Be smart about it. Here are some tips: Tip #1: Change the system ID (SSID or ESSID). Go for something unusual that will be difficult for hackers to guess. Tip #2: Disable identifier broad- casting. Get out your owner's manual on the hardware and take the steps necessary to stop your router from broadcasting its SSID. Tip #3: Enable encryption on the system. Encrypting the data on your sys- tem will make it difficult for hack- ers to get into the system and dis- courage some of them from even trying. Tip #4: Limit access to the sys- tem. Read your owner's manual to de- termine how to reconfigure your router to give access only to the computers you specify. Tip #5: Change the default ad- ministrator password. As with the system ID, use some- thing unusual that hackers will have a hard time guessing. Tip #6: Protect all of your com- puters. Install firewall software and anti- virus software on all computers within the system, and keep the anti-virus software up to date. Tip #7: Reduce the signal strength. Move the wireless access point away to an area in the center of the home, and if possible, reduce the signal strength to the point that you can still receive it but it will be harder to detect outside your home. Keep in mind that there could be others, depending upon your situa- tion. Do t. i.Niliiiim you can to pre- vent others from hacking into your wireless network system and steal- ing important information or using your system to hack into the com- puters of others. Wdy Prudential W"^ FLORIDA REALTY has moved to 1525 Rickenbacker Drive Suite 101 in the SunTrust building Sun City Center View thousands of Florida listings at www.PrudentialFloridaRealty.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon. Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday noon to 5 p.m. (813) 642-1500 L D I I Stop by and talk with one of our experienced agents. Bill Horobec Karen Lipshin Bob Kenny Lois Singer Charlie Cooper Mary King Chris Spooner Norman Kranz Cindy Arnold Pat Toler Dolores Bitner Pat Wyss Donna Stoner Rachel Colvin ottie Plummer Rich Cohen Gail Horton Shelly Copeland Helen Baron Trudy Province Hugh Allen Walt Towner Katie Bush Richard Cohen, Managing Broker U GEAT, TIME 2008. An independently owned and operated member of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. Prudential is a service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity 1I APRIL 4, 2013 26 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER ***NEW LOCATION*** Sun City 813-634-2850 3846 Sun City Center Blvd (next to Bealls in Home Depot Center) M-F 8-8 Sat 9-6 Sun 10-4 Brandon Regency 813-681-7267 2480 W. Brandon Blvd. (next to TJ Maxx & Movie Theater) M-F 9-9 Sat 9-6 Sun 12-5 Brandon Causeway 813-651-4640 11235 Causeway Blvd. (next to Publix across from Wal Mart) M-F 9-9 Sat 9-6 Sun 11 -5 Kids Cut (11 & under) Adult Cut Free Shampoo & Lite Dry Free Shampoo & Lite Dry Specialty cuts, blow-dry Specialty cuts, blow style, design lnes, set or dry syle, design curling .on extr Not vald 9 .lnes set or curl. g $ 95 with other offers 95 iron extra Not vald with otheroffers OK2 EXP. 4/30/13 OA5 EXP. 4/30/13 Free Shampoo & Style Free Shampoo & Cut Price will vary with Prce will vary with S length or condtion length or conItion ofhar Harcut 95 of ar Desgnwraps95 extra NotvahdetrISamoowith with other offers other offers OC5 EXP. 4/30/13 OP4 EXP. 4/30/13 5-7 Foil Highlights Highlights/Lowlights Free Shampoo & Lite Dry Free Shampoo & Style Price will vary with Price will vary with length or con tion9 length or con tion ofof hair Haircut95 ff Notvalhdwith other 5 extra Not vahd offers withaother offers OF1 EXP. 4/30/13 OH2 EXP. 4/30/13 $50 Minimum IIIIII IasI Ic a11111111111111111111 I IasIcIa ------------------ ----------- ------------------ ----------- Shampoo & Set Senior Cut (60 &up) Free Shampoo & Lite Dry Price will vary with length or condition 1 U Speclalty cuts, blow-dry ofhair Haircut extra 00 style, design lines, sector Notvalhd with other curling iron extra Not offers I vaId with other offers OSS1 EXP. 4/30/13 ON1 EXP. 4/30/13 111111111111111111111111111111 NIIlaeI IIsam r 1111111111111111111111111 NITaIasicams* APRIL 4, 2013 Upcoming events in April at local Hillsborough County Parks & Rec April 16, 2013 11am-12pm This informational seminar about hearing loss and hearing aids is suitable for those who are unfamiliar with hearing aids or who may be interested in learning about new technology. Featuring: Steven Myhre, Oticon representative. Join Hillsborough County's Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department in April for fun and exciting programs. ,What: Area Special Olympics - Equestrian Events When: Friday, April 5, from 5 p.m. 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Where: Bakas Equestrian Center, 11510 Whisper Lake Trail in Tampa Free Join the excitement and sup- port the riders at the local Special Olympics Equestrian Events. Participants will compete in the following categories Equitation, Trails, Showmanship, Dressage, Drill Team, Barrel Racing and Pole Bending. Top riders will advance to the State Special Olympics in May. For additional information, contact Beth Harre- Orr at 813-264-3890. >oWhat: Hillsborough County Indoor Pickleball Championships When: Thursday, April 11 and Friday, April 12, from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Where: All People's Life Cen- ter, 1605 E. Sligh Ave. in Tampa Age: Seniors, ages 50+ Cost: $10 for first event; $15 for two events Deadline to Register: Thurs- day, April 4. Indoor Pickleball Championships include a Free- play social on Thursday morning from 9 a.m. noon, followed by Mixed Doubles from 1 5 p.m. On Friday, the tournament includes Women's Doubles from One-day event showcases Mustang P-51 airplanes, cars * Co:*m^^-pr l n':e p h r. llti1iI .ll,,.:,- * Cataract Surgery * Glaucoma Management * Laser Surgery * r.1la.: ular De eneri ai ,:,n * Cornea * Diabetic Eye Care * Neuro-Ophthalmology Our ophthalmologists are board-certified and fellowship-trained to provide specialized care for your eyes. MANATEE ^ EYE CLINIC p gp I Robert Edelman, M.D. Eric Berman, M.D. Anita Shane, M.D. Jeffrey Davis, M.D. When surveyed, 97.5% of patients stated they would recommend us to a friend! No longer in its adolescence, Fantasy of Hight's Mustangs & Mustangs: Legends Havin' Fun aircraft and automobile show cel- ebrates its Sweet 16th birthday on Saturday, April 13. It marks a milestone year for the popular, nostalgia-based event, which is already considered one of the largest single-day Mustang au- tomobile shows in Florida and the only event that showcases both the restored P-51 Mustang aircraft and Ford Mustang autos of all eras, ages and styles. The event takes place Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fantasy of Flight in Polk City. Throughout the day, Mustang show cars will compete for first, second and third place trophies, as well as a "People's Choice" award. Meanwhile, rare, restored P-51 fighters will perform live aerial demonstrations. As well as watching the hot rods and fighter planes in action, guests also can take advantage of children's activ- ities, enjoy live entertainment, and snap photos with the classic cars, vintage airplanes and celebrity im- personators. Each year, approximately 450 Ford vehicles are registered in the show. Registered participants may have their vehicle photographed with a P-51 Mustang airplane, which is a highlight of the show each year, said Terry Blakely, President of the Imperial Mus- tangs of Polk County, presenters of the event along with Fantasy of Hight. Other Mustang clubs from across the Southeast will be par- ticipating as well. Admission to Mustangs & Mustangs is included in general admission to Fantasy of Hight; parking is $5. The show is open to all Ford-powered vehicles and registrations are currently be- ing accepted. Visit www.fanta- syofflight.com for price and reg- istration details. A portion of the proceeds from car show registra- tion will go to VISTE of Lakeland, Fla., an organization that provides services enabling the elderly to live independently in their own homes. 9 a.m. noon; followed by Men's Doubles, from 1 5 p.m. For ad- ditional information, contact Rus- sell Elefterion at 813-903-3482. OWhat: Zumbathon When: Saturday, April 13, from 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. Where: Gibsonton Recreation Center, 6219 Symmes Road in Gibsonton Age: All Ages Cost: $10 Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department offers a great way to have fun, get in shape, and help a good cause by participating in Gibsonton Recreation Center's Zumbathon. Participation is $10, and benefits those suffering of autism. For additional informa- tion, contact Heather Cobb at 813-672-1120. ,What: Great American Clean Up Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful When: Saturday, April, 27, from 8 a.m. 1 p.m. Where: Gibsonton Recreation Center, 6219 Symmes Rd. in Gibsonton Age: All Ages Free Registration: www.keeptam- pabaybeautiful.org This is a community event in conjunction with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful. Participants will help clean-up and beautify the Gibsonton Community. Free t- shirts and giveaways will be pro- vided while they last. For addi- tional information, contact Albert Rodriguez at 813-672-1120. y. HI LLSBOROUGH HEARING AID CENTER Space is limited CALL NOW to reserve your seat! f 813-642-7580 Seminar will take place at the Chamber of Commerce 1651 Sun City Center Plaza Sun City Center, FL 33573 Free refreshments included. OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER 27 COLORS PATTERNS DURABILITY America's Finest Carpet plus FREE Karastep carpet pad ($7/yd. value) $39 Installation any size house, any size room, any carpet Nobody OFFERS YOU MORE quality at this price! NAFFCO FLOORING & INTERIORS Since 1937 SOUTH TAMPA 254-4066 1510 South MacDill Ave. CARROLLWOOD 961-1362 14306 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. BRANDON 413-8313 1920 W. Brandon Blvd. (Across from Chili's) 18 MONTHS SAME AS CASH NO INTEREST C^^eF APRIL 4, 2013 28 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER ARMAND'SU W~fr1 IIIIIII~~"''' -- 'Iv- HEARING CENTER 2009 2010 2011 We are a family-owned and operated business with 4 generations: Father, son, 4 grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. National board certified with 100+ years combined family experience. Mon., April 8 thru Fri., April 12 Proud to be the first company in the S, NATION to bring a BEST 5 YEAR FACTORY WARRANTY j FpIT FIT 8 MO THS with NO UP-CHARGE WARRANTY INTERE, T and now bringing our ,ORLIFE E R,-NEW UNPRECEDENTED iddenc a REE*e w BEST FIT WARRANTY! d.nh Purchases ay ..only cnil'NOj~i13 990j=035 Latest cutting edge technology including wireless Fiber Optic ear inspection Complete audiometric testing Consultations for you and your family Lifetime service WE ACCEPT ALL INSURANCE PLANS In-house 10-point inspection Battery door replacement Re-tubing Filter change 0% FEEDBACK ,'.~ 0% S100% Ask about our ULTRASONIC CLEANING! Payant Financial Plaza ARMAND'S, Sun City Center Blvd. (S.R. 674) In Payant - Financial Plaza S(big yellow building between the Chamber of .- Commerce and SCC Blvd.) II SUN CITY CENTER 1653 Sun City Center Plaza SCC, FL 33573 (in Payant Financial Plaza) 813-990-0335 BACKGROUND NATURAL SPEECH THE PREFERRED HEARING HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR Manatee E. Hillsborough Sarasota OUR FAMILY COMMITMENT: Continue to set the standard with our Award Winning Services. Members of Florida Hearing Society and Ame Conference of Audioprosthology Locations also in: I BRADENTON 941-357-2054 III SARASOTA 941-357-2070 IV ST. PETERSBURG 727-897-5090 i USK Mant,"ee" Member of CHAMBER I ..9 '.. 11"'... COMMERCE 100% FINANCING WITH NO INTEREST O.A.C. Satisfaction Guaranteed with Armand's Hearing Center's years of customer service and hearing health guaranteed programs. '4 APRIL 4, 2013 SEETIN :-asif dAd inid April 4, 2013 THE OBSERVER NEWS THE SCC OBSERVER THE CURRENT ww. OBSERVERNEWS.NET An oasis is found in Waverly, Georgia Less than 300 miles from South County and only an hour north of Jacksonville 0 B B ',"I',EN 9ESEN S .I -, IN ...-...:an Travel W writers Association; and I. .. .1 1 . I ine & Travel W writers Association .\ i,1'N al a I .d & Breakfast should be more than just about i i, k alliill liI ar and an overly sugared pseudo Southern- -I.' N Ii.,kla-i I have stayed at some physically gorgeous homes % h1lit. i ,l l pI.it. hI "% ere more concerned about the condition of their ilIn,_i Ihii il .inlhII of the guests but a recent visit to a new B&B "ai a ,ndi l II \perience that I'd like to share. lllllll ll 1, Li. 1 citingg was to the southeast Georgia coastal area - I.icI. I stayed at the Horse Stamp Inn (more about I hi. name later on) in Waverly, Georgia, literally a dlot on the map. This delightful oasis of beauty and serenity is just three miles west of 1-95. Exiting the recently opened Horse Stamp -- Church Road exit on the Interstate it is a straight line to the Inn's front gate. Turn off , the two lane road into the Horse Stamp Inn's . driveway and stop for a moment, if there is "" no traffic. The view is breathtaking. The road passes through fenced horse pastures at the end of which is a "traditional" plantation home mini miiansion with white columns, porches and wide 1hi i k stairway sweeping up to a double door entry. II iII.Iit look like it has always been there but was hiiili h a private home in 2006 so it's too new to have Iilt' II.hadihi nal ghost stories. h in ,tall KiI- Hutcheson, formerly of Denver, bought the pi'pN i ahqi.' %% ith 16 acres of woods and pastures in March 2112 ,0P%.i_' ilI. property for guests in May. This has to be one %)1I I I.. I -1uLi, %i ions from private residence to Inn in modern IltI I. l]i% IIIli il .\ception of adding a pool, the house only needed 1,.i 11Iii. LIii I,. alnd lKris' interior design talents with furnishings and . SIi, pi,,pn i I %. Il. ial for its present use as an inn. A large entry . See HORSE STAMP INN, page 2B IT'S FINALLY ,HER E! A Irv Wl Free Admission Door Prizes Raffles and More! C_,- AM C-r oiaof Commerce * Meet & Greet Local Candidates and Elected Officials 1 Commerce's rin g Tra e Sho Thursday, April 4 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. SCC Community Hall 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Businesses Showcasing Their Products & Services: * A-Plus Heating & Air Conditioning * Airtime Air Conditioning & Heating * Alert Air Conditioning & Heating * All Paths To God * n: r'.:.i Tr' w Iri-: r ': * n;llI: : I.f:r.e ir Hi; n ..e r -.:. I, - * -:r n ,r,- I * h lw H .l * 1 ll : i 1 : . * E ,r ",' I 1, * ii I 1:. I l I * C11 [ : C .]: : * L 'c :I:In n.." r :I L '. ' * E, .:.:.n: l i:rnl E.l. ii * TI-iE'- : : I_-';,- :- : r * Fit Feet For Life * Freedom Plaza * Good Samaritan Mission * Groceries Mobile LLC * HCC-SouthShore * Heal With Oils & Food, LLC * Hearing Centers of :',.Ui r- : I:lH. 'ril,:l * Irn : : -i' ,e r'e Ir [-i r: '.j * .1" .1,: lIn,''l ".. '"1II) * I 1: Tr i .-1 * I n r i: l i,: .: c..1 : , * [.i "-I'I- n," H I i,." ." ', * [. 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Depending on the availability of fresh local produce, the day's fare might include family favorite recipes: omelets with grilled peppers, onions, spinach, local sausage, various cheeses and breads or Kris' now famous specialty... Georgia Peach French Toast topped with hot peach sauce, served with slices of local apple wood smoked bacon. They respect guest's dietary needs and will work with them to create luscious satisfying breakfasts. At about 5 p.m., more or less, the inn serves Tom's homemade hors d'oeuvres accompanied by suitable wines, coffee, tea or lemonade. The social "hour" and conversation usually continues for hours. Then the most momentous decision of the day has to be made. Where do we go for dinner? My first night's dinner outing was just down the road south of the Inn in the town of Woodbine, GA, another dot on the map and home to Capt. Stan's Smokehouse. Using local superlatives, this is where you'll find "One of the most acclaimed coastal Georgia BBQ restaurants." It is truly unique. The restaurant is eat-out or eat- in. Set around a large fire pit are picnic tables, an open air bar and bandstand where local musicians perform without the aid of highly amplified instruments. They are good and so is the food, lots of it, and at reasonable prices. The menu is varied enough with Cap' Stan's smoked ribs, chicken, seafood, oysters and Southern specialties. Anyone should be able to find something to their liking. Patrons have the option of using the inside dining room but it's not as much fun. If you are wondering what to do when staying at the Horse Stamp Inn the answers are: nothing, something or everything. Relax, vegetate, wander country lanes, arrange a fishing trip through Tom, play a few rounds at the nearby Sanctuary Cove Golf Club or drive east to the nearby Golden Islands of Georgia and visit Jekyll Island with its mansions and beaches or St. Simons Island with its shops, restaurants and beaches The Horse Stamp Inn has quickly become a magnet for weddings and even the growing trend of vow renewals. There are many places throughout the property and in the house for those romantic, memorable photos. Kris can put you in touch with her favorite wedding planner, Emily Burton, who has arranged many elegant weddings and other functions at the Horse Stamp Inn. Owner, Tom Hutcheson, in his "office," preparing breakfast. After three days as a guest at the Inn, I departed with the feeling that I was leaving family behind. My wife and I plan to return in the Fall for a "family reunion." As to how the name Horse Stamp originated, I've heard several versions, but this is the one I liked best. During the War of 1812, a troop of horse soldiers were in the area when an outdoor meeting, or church service, was to be held. In order to provide ample outdoor space, the soldiers were ordered to use their horses to stomp down the tall grasses. It was then an easy and perhaps natural transition from stomp to stamp by the locals. Take a look at the web page for information about the Horse Stamp Inn. But remember, the photos don't really do the Inn justice. It's even more beautiful in person and the warmth of Kris and Tom cannot be captured in a picture. For more information, visit their website at www.horsestampinn. com APRIL 4, 2013 APRI Obe, e 2013sOBSERVR NEWS SCCOBSERVER THeCURRENTnt e h- - (83 65$ al word A a . . .* I A~f g IM- ST S. 100......Announcements 200 ......Farmers' Market 300 ......Merchandise 400......Marine 500......Real Estate 550 ......Manufac. Housing 600 ......Rentals 650 ......Professional Services 700......Services 800 ......Employment PHONE: 813-645-3111 FAX: 813-645-1792 EMAIL: beverly@ observernews.net BOLD LINE: Addl. $3 Published by M&M Printing Co. ____ 210 Woodland Estates Ave. SW Ruskin, FL 33570 310 GARAGE/YARD SALE 105 PERSONAL Read the entire newspaper online including the classified by going to Observernews.net. Community news & advertising 24/7 is only 1 click away. 260 FRUITS & VEGETABLES Open all summer Tues. Fri. 8:30 am 5 pm Saturday 8:30 am 3 pm Sal iod t (/aia"4 eed. 5214 Hwy 674 Wimauma, 33598 3/4 mile east of Wal-Mart Karen & Steve (SCC Residents) (813) 380-5214 280 PETS Pet Sitting Pet Taxi I Bonded SInsured Oliver Tort & Tina Ballas (813) 767-7225 Emil: olivetort@aol corn www.petsit.com/oliverandcompany 310 GARAGE/YARD SALE Almost New Thrift Store. 10008 Indiana St., Gibsonton (1 block off US 41, 1 block north Gibsonton Dr.,) Wednesday through Saturday, 9am-3pm. Clothing, furniture, lots misc. Ministry First Baptist Gibsonton. 813-671-0036 to donate Large yard sale. 205 Islip Way, off South Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC. Thursday through Saturday. 8am-noon. Rain date 4/11- 4/13 Garage sale. 8am-2pm. Friday & Satur- day, 4/5 & 4/6. 404 South Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC. Something for everyone. U.S. Paper Money WANTED (SmallorLarge) Foreign Currency WANTED ALWAYS BUYING SILVER COINS, INGOTS, Misc. & Other Mint Bars Paying depending on the market at time of purchase All dates Silver Eagles available Beware of hotel / motel buyers All transactions are strictly confidential. (813) 634-3816 (813) 503-4189 Moving Sale Apollo Beach 4/5, 4/6 & 4/7. 6335 Cocoa Lane. 8am-5pm. Entire household. King bed, twin beds, glass dining table w/ 6 chairs, living suite, wall units, big TV. All excellent condition. 3 family yard sale. Lots of misc., clothes, jewelry, tools household. Friday & Saturday, 4/5 & 4/6. 131 21st St, NW, Ruskin. High class garage sale. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 8am-1pm. 1344 Bluewater Dr., SCC. Refrigerator, radial saw and guess what? SCC garage sale. 2027 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., 8am-noon. Friday, April 5. Dog crates, women's clothes, books, VCR tapes, pool equipment, toaster, brass server, misc. household items. Multi neighborhood sale. April 5 & 6, 8am-1lpm. Home decor & goods, de- signer clothes. A little bit of everything. 620 & 621 Winterbrooke Way & 2304 Piper Glenn Court, SCC. Block Sale Friday & Saturday 8am-3pm. Apollo Beach Blvd., to Fairway Blvd., to 545 Frandor Place. Glass table w/6 chairs, matching sofa table, large wicker wall unit 2 doors/ 3 shelves. TV, bike, copier/ answering machine, telephone, Beanie Babies, baby clothes, all varieties of clothing & sizes, household items. Lots misc., you don't want to miss. New merchandise put out daily! open Tues-Sat 10-6 & Sun 12-4 Accepting major credit cards 93 7th Ave. NE Ruskin 813-732-5000 & 8135-601-0983 NNUCMN 312 ESTATE SALES 310 GARAGE/YARD SALE Garage sale. 1111 El Rancho Dr., SCC. 4/3 to 4/6 8am-? Bring money Multi family garage sale. 915 Windton Oak Drive, Ruskin (College Chase) Friday & Saturday, 4/5 & 4/6. 7:30am- noon. Collectibles, military. Something for everyone. Moving. Friday & Saturday, 8am-1pm. 2107 Sterling Glen Court, SCC. Furni- ture, misc.. household items, grill, dinette set, dining room table w/ 6 chairs. C Caavary's Thrift Store CLOSED Building a bigger & better store to serve you. Watch us grow! No donations accepted until we are in our new building 813-641-7790 Mini.,tru of Calvir Lutherin Cihurich Mindist RI STORE ., .u,.:h Household Items P *Furniture Z )* Clothing $ Much, much more Open Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. 2 p.m. 109 W. Shell Point Road Ruskin Sat. & Sun., April 6 & 7 8 am 2 pm 12928 Prestwick Dr. Summerfield Something for everyone! Bring your pickup truck! 312 ESTATE SALES Above The Rest The Best upscale shop in the area. Antiques, furniture, glassware, lamps, beautiful pictures, like new Sealy Posturepedic twin beds, Eisenberg & Hobie jewelry & much more. Between CVS & Winn Dixie, 139 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC. 312 ESTATE SALES Contents Include: Frigidaire Freezer, Beautiful Cream & Beige Sofa & Matching Loveseat, Gorgeous Coffee, Lamp, and Entrance Tables, Tropical Decor, Bamboo Swivel Rockers, Bamboo End Tables, Bahama Style Sofa & Side Chair, Beautiful Glass-Top Bamboo/Rattan Table w/Chairs, Leather Reclining Loveseat, Matching Glass-Top & Wrought Iron Coffee & End Tables, Dining Room Table w/Chairs, TV Armoire, Beautiful Wood & Wrought Iron Queen Bed, Bookcases, Art, Home Decor, Glassware, Collectibles, Kitchenware, Garage Items & Much More! Please don't miss our other sale this weekend at 1503 Hacienda Dr. Fri. & Sat. April 5-6 See You There! Nice household furniture, Drexel, vintage chairs, 2 dining tables, recliner, 5-piece entertainment center, hand- carved side table, S r slate-top wine rack, I( l' queen bedroom set, ._, Murano, oil paintings, and much more. PLEASE PARK ON SIDE OF SALE www.denneysestatesales.com "NETTIE' ESTATE SALES y 382-7536 I n Personalized $ 1Service C, L 813 www.ButterfleldsAuctions.com Butterfield Auctions AB2706/AU3549 Your home will be staged for best results. Working in Sun City Center for 26 years. Please feel free to call about the sale or its contents. Bonded Licensed Cell: 508-0307 or Eve: 633-1173 Quality Wicker $ Rattan Furniture =2711 N. Macdill Ave. .Tampa, FL 33607. 813-876-1566 HI .1S:Mon Fri.0-6 I- SClosed WeekendsL -cvroma necuhn -. Quality Furniture at Affordable Prices Dining Seating Bedroom Patio y Much More .. www.QualityWicker.com DELIVERY AVAILABLE SOMETHING FOR EVERY ROOM INSIDE ANDAll AREAS OUTSIDE AAA Furniture New & Gently Used Furniture BUY & SELL Daily Trips to SCC Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 4' 6819 U.S. 301 S., Riverview (813) 677-8180 *WANTED DEAD or ALIVE* Cars, Trucks,Vans,SUVs,ADD Farm Trucks & Equipment' ADDITIONAL WE PAY CASH CASH Bonus: Sw/this coupon Exp. 4/15/13 7DAYSA WEEK ------------------- Go Green Auto Recycling (813) 247-5865 5120 36th Avenue S. Tampa, FL 33619 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER THE CURRENT 3B APRIL 4, 2013 Contents Include: Matching La-Z- Boy Recliners, Entrance Tables, Sofa, Queen Bed, Bedroom Furniture, Computer Desk, Flat Screen TV, Wrought Iron Table w/Chairs, Desk, Entertainment Center, Crystal, Collectibles, Home Decor, Silk Plants, Kitchenware, Pottery, Patio Furniture, Garage Items and More! Please park on side of sale due to emergency vehicles. 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Priced at $95,000. ROXANNE WESTBROOK 813-748-2201. 4.7 ACRES MOL WITH COUNTY WATER AND SEWER AVAILABLE AT THE CURB. GREAT LOCATION . This property is currently zoned for 15 single family homes. It can be yours for $124,900. Check it out and then CALL KAY PYE 361-3672 OR ROXANNE WESTBROOK 748-2201. RUSKIN UNIQUE WATERFRONT CONDO: 2BR/2BA, great condition, new appliances include washer/dryer in utility rm, bright great room leading to enclosed lanai, and breathtaking view of water and birds. Outside pri- vate deck, 2 covered parking spaces and tropical landscaping. Resort offers restaurants, pools, tennis courts, fishing pier and marina. Low HOA fees. $195,000. CALL CLAIRE TORT 363-7250 RIVERVIEW COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY: Greatly located at corner of 3 main roads, a block from US 301, it offers over V2 acre cleared lot with shady oaks, 2BR+den/1 BA house with inside utility and carport, and detached storage building with electric. Great business opportunity. $165,000. 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This is not a short sale or bank owned. $115,000 CALL ROXANNE WESTBROOK 813-748-2201 GREAT COMMERCIAL LOCATION! 2052 sq.ft. building with a great location on busy Shell Point Rd. in Ruskin. Nice size lot (72x170) with circular drive and parking for 6-12 vehicles. Large reception area, 6 private offices, kitch- en area, 1 full & 1 half bath. $150,000 CALL KAY PYE 361-3672 OR ROXANNE WESTBROOK 748-2201 FANTASTIC FIND of FOUR bedroom home with fine location. Newer listing also features 2BR, inside utility, screened porch, lots of natural light, flowing floor plan. Deck overlooking fenced, beautifully landscaped yard, shed. Near schools, shopping. $116,000. JUDY ERICKSON 468-0288 Donate your old functioning cell phones and drop off at our office for use by the "Victims Assistance Program." U * 4BR/2BALIKE-NEW HOUSE, perfect condition, move-in ready! 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Attorney at Law Family Criminal Probate Wills and Estate Planning Civil Litigation Real Estate 214 Apollo Beach Boulevard Apollo Beach, FL 33572 (813) 645-7557 0 a IIII I HANDMAN* I ( 8 3 ) 1 OBSERVER NEWS SCC OBSERVER THE CURRENT 7B GETTEL HYUNDAI OF BRADENTON'S Ia' MDL#18402F45 MDL#46423F45 MDL#F0303F45.: STK#H1 iB71 MDL#27412F45: STK#H63458 I a a IIk FG/ ; STK#HO367 H MDL#63402F45 L!HWY0:! 44 HWY Based on 2012 EPA Highway estimates. *$3000 or $3110 (Sonata) estimated trade-in value or cash down payment. All new vehicle pricing excludes tax, tag, title, registration and dealer fee. All factory rebates and incentives to dealer. Photos used for illustration purposes only, may not be actual vehicle. All vehicles subject to prior sale. Prior sales excluded. Offers cannot be combined. 3 Day Money Back Guarantee provided by Gettel Hyundai of Bradenton. If you are not satisfied for any reason with your Gettel Hyundai of Bradenton new or used vehicle with less than 40,000 miles, bring it back within 3 days or 150 miles and receive a refund on the purchase price minus any excess wear and tear or exchange it for a vehicle of equal or greater value. Express Service in 1 hour or less is applicable only for the following services and only on a per service basis: Lube, oil & filter service, air filter & cabin filter replacement, tire rotation, battery service & replacement and multipoint inspection. See dealer for complete details. Offers expire end of day 4/7/13. 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